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Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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This BEST Mashed Potatoes Recipe delivers creamy, buttery mashed potatoes infused with roasted garlic, warm cream, and sour cream. Perfectly smooth and flavorful, these mashed potatoes are ideal as a comforting side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 3 pounds russet or Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large cubes

Garlic Butter

  • 1 stick unsalted butter
  • 7 cloves garlic, individually smashed with the back of a knife

Other Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup warm heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for topping)
  • Paprika, for garnish
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garlic Butter: Melt 1 stick of butter over low heat in a small saucepan. Keep warm on low heat until white milk solids rise to the top, then remove them. Add the smashed garlic cloves and cook gently on low for 15 minutes to infuse the butter with garlic flavor. Remove and discard garlic cloves, keeping the infused butter warm.
  2. Cook the Potatoes: Place the peeled and cubed potatoes into a medium pot and cover them completely with water. Liberally season the water with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
  3. Drain Potatoes Thoroughly: Drain the cooked potatoes well, removing all excess moisture. Let them sit in the colander for a few minutes and then blot them with dry paper towels to ensure they are completely dry.
  4. Rice the Potatoes: While still hot, pass the drained potatoes through a ricer directly back into the pot you cooked them in. This ensures smooth, lump-free mashed potatoes.
  5. Mix in Butter and Cream: Pour the warm garlic-infused butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and warm heavy cream into the riced potatoes. Use a handheld mixer on medium speed to whip and incorporate the butter for 2-3 minutes. Avoid over-mixing to prevent gummy texture.
  6. Add Sour Cream and Season: Add the sour cream (it does not need to be warmed) and mix on the lowest mixer setting until smooth, about 1 minute. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Do not overbeat.
  7. Finish and Serve: Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and drizzle over the top. Garnish with a sprinkle of paprika and chopped parsley for color and flavor. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Be sure to remove all excess moisture from potatoes before mashing to achieve the fluffiest texture.
  • Using a ricer instead of a masher helps prevent lumps and creates ultra-smooth potatoes.
  • Do not overbeat the potatoes after adding liquids to avoid a gummy consistency.
  • Warm the heavy cream and butter before adding to potatoes for better absorption and creamy results.
  • Adjust salt to taste after mixing in sour cream as it may affect seasoning balance.

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