Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of mashed red-skinned potatoes, a delightful side dish that transforms any meal. With their buttery texture and vibrant hue, these potatoes bring comfort and warmth to your table. Perfectly seasoned and easy to make, they are sure to impress your family and friends, turning everyday dinners into memorable feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds red-skinned potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chives or parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Wash the red-skinned potatoes thoroughly and cut them into quarters.
- Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes in a colander and let sit for a few minutes to remove excess moisture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained potatoes with butter and heavy cream (or milk). Mash until smooth or slightly chunky based on preference.
- Add garlic powder along with salt and pepper; mix well and adjust seasonings as needed.
- Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg