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Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Made with just 4 ingredients in 35 minutes, this is truly the best mashed potatoes recipe. Half and half and butter give these Creamy Mashed Potatoes the perfect texture, while rosemary adds a hint of savory flavor.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: best mashed potatoes recipe, creamy mashed potatoes, how to make creamy mashed potatoes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 236kcal
Author: Jill

Ingredients

  • 2 Pounds Yellow Potatoes Peeled and Cut Into Chunks
  • 1 Cup Half & Half
  • 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter
  • 1-2 Sprigs Fresh Rosemary
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Chopped Fresh Parsley or Chives For Garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • Place the peeled and cut yellow potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1-2 teaspoons of salt to the pot.
  • Set the pot to medium-high heat and bring the potatoes to a boil. Then set the pot to medium-low and allow the potatoes gently simmer until they become tender. (15-20 Minutes)
  • In a small saucepan, combine the half & half and the sprigs of rosemary. Heat over low heat, allowing the rosemary to infuse the liquid for about 5 minutes. Remove the rosemary sprigs from the half & half and discard.
  • Add the butter to the infused half & half and continue heating until the butter has melted and the mixture is warm.
  • Drain the cooked potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer into a large bowl.
  • Pour the warm half & half and butter mixture over the riced potatoes.
  • Gently fold the mixture together using a spoon or rubber spatula until the liquid is fully incorporated into the potatoes.
  • Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasoning according to preference.
  • Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley or chives for garnish if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 34mg | Sodium: 35mg | Potassium: 693mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 384IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 64mg | Iron: 1mg