Ultimate Classic Mashed Potatoes
You can never go wrong with a classic, and this mashed potatoes recipe is the ultimate side dish to make this holiday season. These creamy, buttery mashed taters are easy to make using 5 ingredients only! Serve it with any entrée for a filling meal this Thanksgiving or any time of the year.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into quarters
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/4 cups Heavy whipping cream + more if needed
- 12 tbsp Unsalted butter
Instructions
- Fill a large Dutch oven with cold water. Add the potatoes and 1 tsp kosher salt. Turn the heat to high and bring the water to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the potatoes for about 15 to 20 minute or until fork tender.
- While the potatoes cook, in another saucepan melt the butter and warm the cream.
- Drain the potatoes and place the potatoes into a large mixing bowl. Pour half the heated cream and melted butter over the potatoes. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes.
- Pour the remaining cream and butter over the potatoes and use a hand mixer if desired to whip the potatoes. Careful not to over whip. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper.
- Place the mashed potatoes in a serving bowl and enjoy!
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