Description
Mashed Red Potatoes bring comfort to your table with their creamy texture and rich flavor. Simple to make, these potatoes are perfect for quick dinners and family gatherings. Enjoy a delightful side dish that pairs well with any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds red potatoes, peeled and cut into 1" dice
- 2 teaspoons salt, for boiling water
- 3 tablespoons butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup milk
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes and peel if desired, cutting them into 1" cubes.
- Place the potatoes in a pot, cover with cold water, and add 2 teaspoons of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 20-30 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the water from the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add in butter, sour cream, salt, and garlic powder, mashing the potatoes to your desired consistency.
- If needed, add up to 1/4 cup of milk to achieve your preferred texture.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl, top with a pat of butter and chopped parsley, and enjoy!
Notes
Feel free to adjust the consistency by adding more milk if you prefer creamier potatoes.
Always taste and adjust seasoning before serving to ensure the best flavor.
For an added kick, consider including some freshly chopped herbs like chives or dill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg