Creamy, golden, and savory mashed potatoes…does it get any better than that? Honestly no, potatoes go with just about everything, they are super versatile, and they are a budget-friendly option to add volume to any dish.
Recipe Overview
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes *depending on your stove
- Total Time: 50 minutes
What You’ll Need
- Potato masher
- Large pot to boil potatoes
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Potato peeler
Ingredients
- 3 lb. bag Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/4 cup milk
- salt& pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Peel and cut potatoes into fourths
- Add potatoes to a large pot of water and boil until fork tender
- Drain water from potatoes and return them to the large pot (no heat) or a large mixing bowl.
- Add milk, butter, sour cream, salt, and pepper
- Mash with a potato masher until there are no lumps
Variations & Suggestions
- I almost always make too much! if you did to check out this post for some epic leftover mashed potato ideas. Smart Leftover Ideas. I mean there really is no such thing as too much on this one.
- Add some chives and a dash of garlic powder to give the potatoes more flavor.
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Final Thoughts 🌿
Homemade mashed potatoes are misunderstood. They really don’t take as much time or effort as you’d think. Potatoes are a staple in my pantry because they are budget-friendly, versatile, and you can essentially customize them any way you’d like.