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Light and Fluffy Mashed Potatoes
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How to Make Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

There is a secret to making perfectly light and fluffy mashed potatoes that you have likely been overlooking. It is so simple, it's genius! Get ready to make the best mashed potatoes ever!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Calories: 358kcal

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cut into 1" chunks
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 12 tablespoons butter room temperature, cut into ½-inch chunks
  • kosher salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Rinse cut and peeled potatoes under cold water until water runs clear.
  • Add potatoes to a large pot of cold salted water, water should cover potatoes by one inch, and bring to a rolling boil on the stovetop over high heat. Once boiling, reduce to medium heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until potatoes are cooked and fork tender.
  • Drain potatoes from water and rinse the hot potatoes in a colander under warm water.
  • Run potatoes through a ricer or food mill and add butter, cream, salt and pepper. Gently fold with a spatula until fully incorporated and taste for salt.
  • Place into a large bowl and serve immediately.

Notes

For perfect mashed potatoes, don't use a handheld potato masher. Using a food mill or potato ricer to create a finer mash is what makes mashed potatoes fluffy. 
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding roasted garlic cloves, sour cream, and fresh herbs such as thyme.

Nutrition

Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 84mg | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 663mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 940IU | Vitamin C: 8.8mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 1.3mg