Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Creamy Mashed Potatoes II. Made with simple ingredients, these potatoes are mashed to perfection and mixed with butter, cream, and seasonings for a rich and creamy side dish. Serve it with your favorite meat or vegetable dish for a satisfying and flavorful meal. With a prep time of just 15 minutes, you can have this classic dish on the table in no time!
Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks.
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and fill with enough cold water to cover the potatoes. Add salt to the water.
- Bring the pot to a boil and cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the potatoes are cooking, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Once the butter is melted, add the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- When the potatoes are done, drain them and return them to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Pour the butter and cream mixture over the mashed potatoes and stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust the seasonings with salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve the creamy mashed potatoes hot as a side dish with your favorite main course.
Interesting Facts
Mashed potatoes were first introduced to Europe by Sir Walter Raleigh, who brought them from North America in the late 16th century.
The average American consumes about 140 pounds of potatoes per year.
Mashed potatoes are a classic Thanksgiving side dish in the United States.