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Classic Mashed Potatoes are a buttery, creamy side dish that stand the test of time on dinner tables everywhere.
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Classic Mashed Potatoes

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Classic Mashed Potatoes are a buttery, creamy side dish that stand the test of time on dinner tables everywhere.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Best Mashed Potatoes, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Easy Mashed Potatoes, Fluffy Mashed Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes with Cream, Thanksgiving Side Dish
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2 Russet baking potatoes peeled
  • 2 Yukon Gold potatoes peeled
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup butter divided
  • salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Peel and cut potatoes into equal size pieces. Place in large pot and fill with water. Add about 1 teaspoon salt to pot and boil until fork tender.
  • When you can easily pierce each potato with a fork, drain water, reserving 1-2 cups for gravy. Place pot back on warm burner with heat turned off.
  • Using a fork, masher or ricer, mash potatoes until fully mashed with no chunks remaining. Add 4 tablespoons butter (1/2 stick) and fold to combine. Add heavy cream and fold to combine. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Place in serving bowl and top with remaining pats of butter.