Description
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes are a delightful side dish that brings warmth and flavor to any meal. Creamy, rich, and infused with a tangy twist, these mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners. With just a few simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a dish that will leave your guests swooning for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup full-fat buttermilk
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)
- 2 cloves roasted garlic (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and cut the Yukon Gold potatoes into even chunks.
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot of cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat with a pinch of salt and cook until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes in a colander, then return them to the pot off the heat to steam off excess moisture.
- Add buttermilk and butter while the potatoes are still hot, allowing them to melt together.
- Mash the mixture using a potato masher or ricer until smooth or to your desired texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg