Best Mashed Potatoes

4.5(26)

These ultra-creamy, buttery, foolproof mashed potatoes are the perfect accompaniment to any holiday meal (or weeknight dinner all year long).

by Lindsay Funston·published 2016-12-12

Eastern European CuisineEuropean CuisineRussian CuisineThanksgiving CuisineChristmasComfort FoodSide DishThanksgivingVegetarian

Servings

(6–8)

Total time

30 min

prep 10 min

Calories / serving

465 kcal

Ingredients (7)

serves

3 lb. mixed potatoes, such as russets and Yukon Golds, peeled, cut into 1" piecespotato
Kosher saltsalt
1/2 c. whole milkmilk
3/4 c. (1 1/2 sticks) plus 2 Tbsp. unsalted butterbutter
1/2 c. sour cream, room temperaturesour-cream
Freshly ground black pepperpepper
Chopped fresh parsley, for servingparsley

Instructions (5 steps)

01In a large pot, cover potatoes with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until softened, 15 to 20 minutes.
02Drain and return potatoes to pot. Using a potato masher or ricer, mash potatoes until smooth.
03While potatoes cook, in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, cook milk and 3/4 c. butter, stirring occasionally, until butter is melted and mixture is warmed through, about 3 minutes.
04Pour milk mixture over potatoes and stir until combined and creamy. Add sour cream and stir until combined; generously season with salt and pepper.

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