Buttermilk-Smashed Potatoes

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Buttermilk-Smashed Potatoes
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 09, 2023

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds of potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 3 tablespoons of butter
  • 2 cups of buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pepper

Directions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and cook for about 15 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
  2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter, buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until they are the desired consistency.
  3. Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and serve hot.

Interesting Facts

  • This dish is a great way to use up leftover buttermilk.
  • You can also add grated cheese, bacon bits, or chives to the potatoes for extra flavor.
  • This dish is a great vegan and vegetarian option as it is dairy-free.