Description
This truly is The Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe—fluffy, creamy, buttery, and perfectly seasoned every single time. Whether you’re serving them for a holiday feast, Sunday dinner, or a simple comfort-food meal, these mashed potatoes deliver classic flavor with minimal effort. Made with simple pantry staples and customizable to your taste, this recipe works beautifully with either russet or Yukon gold potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
- 3 cloves garlic (optional, for extra flavor)
- ⅓ cup melted salted butter
- 1 cup milk or cream (warm)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Peel and quarter the potatoes and place them into a large pot of cold salted water
- Add garlic cloves if using
- Bring to a boil and cook uncovered for about 15 minutes or until fork-tender
- Drain potatoes thoroughly to remove excess water
- Heat the milk or cream until warm
- Add butter to the potatoes and begin mashing
- Slowly pour in warm milk while mashing until desired consistency is reached
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste
- Serve hot and enjoy
Notes
- Serve immediately for the fluffiest texture
- Keep warm by covering and placing over very low heat or in a warm oven
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days
- Reheat with a splash of milk or butter to restore creaminess
- Mashed potatoes can be frozen for up to 1 month, though texture may slightly change