Creamy Mashed Potatoes
by unknown · 4/29/2026
QuickComfort FoodVegetarianGluten-FreeAmerican
Silky, buttery mashed potatoes that are the perfect side for any occasion. Simple ingredients, perfect technique.
6 servingsPrep: 10 minCook: 25 minTotal: 35 min
Ingredients
Servings:
6
- 3 lbsYukon Gold potatoes, peeled
- 8 tbspbutter, unsalted
- ½–¾ cupheavy cream or whole milk, warm
- generouslysalt
- ¼ tspwhite pepper
- for garnishchives (optional)
Instructions
- 1.Cut potatoes into even chunks and place in a pot. Cover with cold salted water.
- 2.Bring to a boil and cook 15–20 minutes until completely tender when pierced with a fork.
- 3.Drain well and return to the pot over low heat for 1 minute to steam off excess moisture.
- 4.Add warm butter and mash. Add warm cream gradually until you reach the desired consistency.
- 5.Season with salt and white pepper. Serve topped with butter and chives.
Notes
Warm the butter and cream before adding — cold dairy makes gluey mashed potatoes.