Description
Perfectly creamy mashed potatoes with fresh herbs are a classic comfort food that elevates any meal. With their buttery texture and aromatic herbal notes, these mashed potatoes are the ultimate side dish for gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Simple to prepare and utterly delicious, this recipe will have your family asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or whole milk)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cube the Russet potatoes for even cooking.
- Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and let steam dry for a couple of minutes to remove excess moisture.
- Return potatoes to the pot over low heat; add butter and cream, mashing until smooth.
- Stir in fresh herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg