Description
Treat yourself to the comfort food with “The Best Mashed Potatoes ” This delightful dish takes potatoes. Turns them into a symphony of flavors and textures. Imagine each melting, in your mouth, where the cooked potatoes blend harmoniously with the luxurious creaminess of sour cream and cream cheese. This recipe takes a classic. Adds a touch of garlic for warmth a hint of white pepper, for a subtle kick and a generous dollop of buttery goodness topped with vibrant chives. It’s not just a side dish; it’s a creamy dreamy culinary experience that is sure to steal the show at any dining table.
Ingredients
4 lb potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 c sour cream
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 tbsp salt
¼ tsp ground white pepper
1 clove garlic, crushed
1 tbsp melted butter
½ tsp paprika
¼ c chopped fresh chives
Instructions
Start by placing peeled and chunked potatoes in a pot filled with water. Allow the water to come to a boil then lower the heat and let it simmer until the potatoes become tender (20 minutes). Once done drain the water.
Take the boiled potatoes. Mash them up with sour cream, cream cheese, salt, white pepper and crushed garlic. Adjust the consistency according to your preference.
Transfer the potatoes into a baking dish. Cover it tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Drizzle some melted butter, over the refrigerated mashed potatoes. Sprinkle paprika on top for added flavor.
Place the baking dish, in the oven. Bake until the mashed potatoes are heated through in their center, which usually takes 30 minutes.
Before serving give your dish a touch by garnishing it with freshly chopped chives.
Notes
To make sure that our loved recipe, for “The Best Mashed Potatoes can be enjoyed by everyone, even those who follow a gluten-free diet here’s a little secret; it’s naturally free from gluten! Yes this creamy and delightful dish relies on the goodness of potatoes, dairy products and spices that are all gluten-free. However it’s always wise to stay vigilant. Remember to check the labels on sour cream, cream cheese and other packaged ingredients to ensure they haven’t come into contact, with gluten during processing.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 50 mins
