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Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes


  • Author: Recipe Inspire
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

These Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes are ultra-creamy, buttery, and rich β€” made with cream cheese, sour cream, and butter for a luxurious flavor that truly tastes like a million bucks! πŸ₯”βœ¨


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 Β½ pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Β½ cup butter, softened
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • Β½ cup sour cream
  • Β½ cup milk or heavy cream (warm)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chopped chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.
  2. Drain well and return to the pot. Mash until mostly smooth.
  3. Add butter, cream cheese, and sour cream. Mix until melted and creamy.
  4. Gradually stir in warm milk until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Season with salt and pepper, and mix again until fluffy.
  6. Garnish with chives or parsley before serving.

Notes

πŸ’‘ Tip: For even richer flavor, bake the mashed potatoes topped with extra butter or cheese until golden. Perfect for holidays, special dinners, or any comfort food craving!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Boiled, Mashed
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg

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