Description
Creamy and rich mashed Yukon Gold potatoes made with butter, cream, and garlic. A perfect side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (peeled and chopped)
4 tbsp unsalted butter
1/2 cup heavy cream (warm)
2 cloves garlic (minced)
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Place chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil.
2. Simmer for 15–20 minutes or until fork-tender, then drain well.
3. Return potatoes to the pot, add butter, garlic, and warm cream.
4. Mash until smooth and creamy using a hand masher or mixer.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Serve warm, topped with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
Don’t overmix or the potatoes can turn gluey.
You can substitute cream with milk for a lighter version.
Roasted garlic can be used for extra depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling & Mashing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Yukon Gold potatoes, mashed potatoes, comfort food