Description
These mashed potatoes are inspired by Martha Stewart — creamy, buttery, and perfectly smooth. Ideal for holiday dinners, family gatherings, or any comforting meal! 🥔✨
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ¾ cup warm heavy cream or milk
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold salted water, and bring to a boil.
- Cook until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes, then drain well.
- Return potatoes to the pot and mash with butter until smooth.
- Gradually stir in warm cream or milk until creamy and fluffy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
💡 Tip: For ultra-smooth mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer. Warm your butter and milk before adding to maintain a silky texture!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiled, Mashed
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: martha stewart mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, buttery mashed potatoes, holiday side dish, comfort food