Name: Ultimate Homemade Mashed Potatoes for a Crowd Easy Creamy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 5 pounds of russet potatoes, peeled and quartered; 1 cup unsalted butter, softened (plus more for serving); 1 cup whole milk or heavy cream; 1 cup sour cream (optional); 4 cloves of garlic, minced; Salt, to taste; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Description

Delight in easy creamy mashed potatoes perfect for feeding a crowd Elevate your gatherings with this ultimate homemade recipe

Ingredients

Scale

5 pounds of russet potatoes, peeled and quartered

1 cup unsalted butter, softened (plus more for serving)

1 cup whole milk or heavy cream

1 cup sour cream (optional)

4 cloves of garlic, minced

Salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Boil the Potatoes: Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add salt and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to medium and simmer until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain and Dry: Drain the potatoes in a colander. Let them sit for a couple of minutes to steam off excess moisture.

Mix it Up: Return the potatoes to the pot. Add the softened butter, milk (or cream), minced garlic, and sour cream if using. Stir gently to combine without overmixing.

Season it Right: Taste your potatoes and season them with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add more butter if desired and stir until just combined.

Transfer and Serve: Spoon the mashed potatoes into a serving dish. Make a well in the center and top with a pat of butter.

Notes

A comforting recipe for homemade mashed potatoes, perfect for serving a crowd at gatherings like Thanksgiving, birthday parties, or casual dinners.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Sides
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 10 servings
Calories: 250
Sugar: 2g
Fat: 10g
Carbohydrates: 38g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 4g

Keywords: mashed potatoes, comfort food, side dish, Thanksgiving, party food