Description
These creamy Mashed Red Potatoes are the perfect side dish for any meal. Made with fresh red potatoes, butter, and sour cream, they offer irresistible flavor and a smooth texture, making them a comfort food favorite for quick dinners and gatherings.
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, peel if desired, and cut into 1" cubes.
- Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water.
- Add 2 teaspoons of salt and bring to a boil.
- Continue to boil the potatoes for 20-30 minutes, or until fork-tender.
- Once cooked, drain the water and return the potatoes to the pot.
- Add in the butter, sour cream, salt, and garlic powder.
- Mash the potatoes with a hand masher, adjusting consistency by adding up to 1/4 cup of milk as needed.
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and top with a pat of butter and chopped parsley.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, mix in fresh herbs such as chives or parsley.
Adjust the milk based on your desired creaminess.
These potatoes can be made ahead and reheated for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg