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–+ servings

Southern Mashed Potatoes

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Equipment

  • Large Saucepan (4 Quarts)
  • Hand Mixer

Ingredients  

  • 2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus 1 tablespoon for cooking potatoes
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions 

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, heat the cream in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm.
  • Drain the potatoes well in a colander and return them to the pot.
  • Add the butter, warm cream, salt, and pepper to the potatoes.
  • Use a potato masher, ricer, or hand mixer to mash them until smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  • Serve hot.

Notes

1. Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed. The nutritional value applies only to the mashed potatoes and will vary based on the brand of ingredients used.
2. Be sure to check out the Key Ingredients along with the Recipe Tips and Notes sections found in the post for more tips, options, substitutions, and variations for this recipe! You will also find step-by-step photos there.