Description
Thanksgiving Mashed Potatoes are the quintessential creamy side dish that elevates your holiday feast. With their rich buttery flavor and fluffy texture, these mashed potatoes create a heartwarming experience that brings family together. Whether you’re hosting a grand dinner or a cozy gathering, this easy recipe will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic (optional, roasted)
Instructions
- Peel and cube the Russet potatoes into 1-2 inch chunks.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat.
- Add unsalted butter, allowing it to melt before mixing in heavy cream.
- Mash until creamy, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg