How to Make Darn Good Mashed Taters! - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something about a steaming hot, creamy mound of mashed potatoes that just screams comfort food. Whether it's laced with garlic and herbs, swimming in rich gravy, or topped with a pat of butter, mashed potatoes are a timeless classic that have a place on every dinner table. But not all mashed potatoes are created equal, and if you're on the hunt for a recipe that will produce the absolute best mashed taters you've ever tasted, look no further.

Introducing: Darn Good Mashed Tate...

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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ cup softened butter
  • 1 cup heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 18
  • Yield: 18 servings

  • Place the potatoes in a large Dutch oven, cover with water and add the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and cook until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain well.
  • Place the drained potatoes in a large bowl, add butter and whip the potatoes with an electric mixer until there are no lumps. Pour in the cream and continue whipping until the potatoes are fluffy.
  • Nutrition

    190 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 32mg
    • Sodium: 608mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 21mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 392mg