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Mashed red potatoes are a simple and easy side dish with elegant flavor and plenty of nutrition. They are creamy, comforting, and have the best texture. | aheadofthyme.com

Mashed Red Potatoes


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  • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Mashed red potatoes are a simple and easy side dish with elegant flavor and plenty of nutrition. They are creamy, comforting, and have the best texture. 


Ingredients

  • 2 pounds medium red potatoes, skin on
  • 2 tablespoons butterunsalted
  • 1/4 cup milk (or half and half cream)
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Cut potatoes in half and place them in a large pot. Cover the potatoes with an inch of salted water. Bring to a boil 0ver high heat.
  2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, until potatoes are soft when you insert a fork. Remove from heat, drain potatoes, and place back in the pot.
  3. Use a potato masher (or a fork) to mash the potatoes to a slightly chunky consistency.
  4. Add butter and stir into the potatoes until melted. Add milk and sour cream (if using) and mix until well combined and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve immediately.

Notes

How to store: Store mashed red potatoes for up to four days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

How to freeze: Portion out the mashed red potatoes into single serving sizes before freezing. Then transfer to individual airtight container or flash freeze mounds of mashed potato on a large half sheet baking pan for an hour. Then, transfer the frozen mounds into a freezer bag or airtight container. You can freeze the mashed potatoes for up to 3 months.

How to reheat: If frozen, allow mashed potatoes to thaw in the fridge overnight. Then reheat over medium-low heat on the stovetop until warm. You may need to add a splash of water if it has thickened up too much.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American