Description
These creamy mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food, topped with a rich and flavorful homemade gravy that will elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet recommended)
- 1/2 cup Butter (Unsalted, for mashing)
- 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (Or milk for a lighter version)
- to taste Salt (For flavoring)
- to taste Pepper (Freshly ground for best flavor)
- 2 cups Gravy (Homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even pieces.
- Place the chopped potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
- Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat to evaporate any excess moisture.
- Add the butter to the potatoes and mash with a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
- Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper until fully combined and creamy.
- Serve the mashed potatoes hot, topped with rich homemade gravy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or cream cheese to the mashed potatoes.
- Ensure the gravy is warm before serving to keep the mashed potatoes hot.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 4
Keywords: mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, homemade gravy, comfort food, side dish