Description
Thanksgiving Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food that will elevate your holiday table. Creamy and buttery, each spoonful is a reminder of cherished family gatherings filled with warmth and joy. This straightforward recipe guarantees fluffy, flavorful mashed potatoes that will leave your guests asking for seconds. Perfect for soaking up gravy, these potatoes will quickly become a beloved tradition at your Thanksgiving feast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet Potatoes
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 2 tbsp Fresh Chives or Parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Peel and cut the Russet potatoes into uniform chunks (about 2 inches).
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a sprinkle of salt.
- Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes well in a colander and return them to the pot over low heat for one minute to remove excess moisture.
- Add the unsalted butter and let it melt into the hot potatoes.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream while mixing until you achieve your desired level of creaminess.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to taste; mash until silky smooth using a potato masher or electric mixer.
- Garnish with fresh chives or parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg