How to Make Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Total Time
45 minutes
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(11)
Ingredients
8 servings
- 4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cloves garlic
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cubed and at room temperature
- 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
- 1 cup half and half, at room temperature
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
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Preparation
Chef’s notes
The secret here is using a potato ricer. It helps create lump-free, super smooth and fluffy potatoes every single time without releasing too much starch.
Use good-quality butter, sour cream and half and half (all at room temp).