Ingredients
– 2.5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
– 1/2 teaspoon salt for boiling water
– 4 tablespoons butter
– 1/2 cup whole milk
– 1 teaspoon dried parsley for seasoning
– 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano for seasoning
– 1/2 teaspoon dried basil for seasoning
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder for seasoning
– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder for seasoning
– 1/4 teaspoon salt for seasoning
– Freshly cracked pepper to taste for seasoning
Instructions
1-Getting this Garlic And Herb Buttery Mash just right starts with prepping your potatoes properly. Begin by peeling and cutting 2.5 pounds of russet potatoes into 1-inch cubes, then rinse them with cool water to remove excess starch. This step helps achieve that light and fluffy texture everyone loves.
2-Next, place the potatoes in a pot and cover them with water, adding 1/2 teaspoon salt to the water for better flavor. Boil them over high heat until they become very tender, which takes about 7-10 minutes. Once done, drain the potatoes and give them a quick rinse with hot water to keep them smooth and not gummy.
3-Infusing Flavors and Mashing After draining, return the potatoes to the pot and prepare the flavorful mix. Gently heat 4 tablespoons of butter, 1/2 cup of whole milk, and the all-purpose garlic herb seasoning over low heat until the butter melts and the milk is warm. The seasoning includes 1 teaspoon dried parsley, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/2 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and freshly cracked pepper to taste, creating a burst of aromatic goodness.
4-Turn off the heat, then mash the potatoes with a potato masher for an even consistency. Finally, whip them with a hand mixer until they turn light and fluffy, adjusting salt as needed. The whole process takes about 20 minutes for prep and 15 minutes for cooking, totaling around 35 minutes, making it ideal for quick meals. Remember, warming the butter and milk first keeps the mash creamy without any lumps.
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๐ฅ Use russet potatoes for the fluffiest texture – their high starch content creates the perfect creamy consistency
๐ฟ For extra fresh flavor, substitute 2-3 cloves of fresh minced garlic sautรฉed in the butter before adding to the potatoes
โฐ Make these ahead of time and keep them warm in a slow cooker on low setting for up to 2 hours before serving
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 405mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2.8g
- Protein: 4.5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
