Perfect Mashed Potatoes Recipe
These mashed potatoes are exactly as advertised. They are perfect. Not too heavy. Not too light. Perfectly savory. Tasting Guidelines:Taste is savory. Weight is medium but can be balanced with salt. Texture is soft. Good for people with low to severe treatment side effects. Best categorized as classic American.
Servings: 6 people
Cost: $10
Equipment
- potato peeler
- Large spaghetti pot or stock pot
- large colander
- potato masher OR
- hand mixer
Ingredients
Food Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 lbs. Yukon gold potatoes
- 1/2 c. cream
- 2 tbsp. parmesan cheese
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter
- 1/2 c. sour cream
Flavor Balancers:
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chunk up potatoes into small pieces, leaving the skin on. Boil on high for 35–45 minutes or until tender. Strain water from potatoes, and place potatoes back in pot. Add remaining ingredients. Mash by hand or by a hand mixer to desired consistency.
Notes
If potatoes are too thin, add cornstarch and heat on medium heat until thickened. If potatoes are too thick, add more cream or milk. Salt and pepper to taste.