Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 5 lbyukon gold or russet potatoes
- 1 ½ stickssoftened butter
plus more for baking
- 1 ½packages cream cheese
softened
- ½ chalf-and-half
- ½ ccream
- salt and freshly ground black pepper
- milk
if needed, for thinning
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- 2
Peel the potatoes and rinse them in cold water. Chop the potatoes in fourths. Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- 3
Drain the potatoes, and then return them to the pan. With the burner on low heat, mash the potatoes with a potato masher; the more steam that's released while you mash, the better. Mash for about 5 minutes. Turn off the burner.
- 4
Add the butter, cream cheese, half-and-half, and seasonings. Stir to combine, and if the mixture needs thinning, add milk. Check the seasonings, adding salt and pepper, to taste.
- 5
Pour the mashed potatoes into a large casserole pan. Dot the surface with butter. Cover with foil and bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 10 more minutes. Serve immediately.
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About this Recipe
Craving the ultimate side dish that's both comforting and elegant? These Creamy Mashed Potatoes are designed to deliver a rich, velvety texture and irresistible flavor that will become an instant family favorite, perfect for any special occasion or a cozy weeknight.
What makes this mashed potato recipe truly shine is its decadent combination of ingredients. Generous amounts of softened butter, rich cream cheese, half-and-half, and heavy cream work in harmony to create a luxurious consistency. This is a recipe so good, it's touted as a contender against the best, promising an incredibly smooth, dairy-rich experience that stands out from typical mashed potatoes.
Prepare for a spoonful of pure comfort. You'll find these potatoes boast an incredibly smooth, almost ethereal texture, with a deeply satisfying dairy-forward flavor profile. Each bite is rich and savory, a perfect balance of potato earthiness and creamy indulgence. This dish is naturally gluten-free, making it a wonderful addition to many holiday spreads or everyday meals, such as a hearty casserole accompaniment.
While the recipe calls for Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, you can experiment with either to find your preferred starchiness and texture. If you find your mashed potatoes are a bit too thick for your liking, don't hesitate to add a splash of milk to reach your desired consistency. This simple adjustment ensures they're just right for your taste.
These Creamy Mashed Potatoes are a quintessential side dish, particularly fitting for holiday feasts like Thanksgiving, or as a hearty accompaniment to any main course. Serve them warm with a pat of extra butter melting on top for an inviting presentation that promises deliciousness.