Description
Thanksgiving Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, offering a creamy and buttery texture that pairs perfectly with your holiday feast. This simple yet indulgent recipe is easy to customize with herbs or spices, ensuring every family gathering is filled with warmth and deliciousness. Get ready to elevate your Thanksgiving table with these fluffy mashed potatoes that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup heavy cream (adjust for desired creaminess)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chives or parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and chop potatoes into 1-2 inch chunks.
- Boil in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes); drain well.
- Return drained potatoes to the pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to evaporate excess moisture.
- Add butter and let it melt; then stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Stir in chives or parsley if using, then serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg