pioneer woman mashed potatoes
This creamy and buttery mashed potato recipe is inspired by the Pioneer Woman's homestyle cooking. It's a perfect side dish for any meal, made with simple ingredients that create a rich and comforting flavor.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 potato masher or electric mixer
- 1 colander
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 serving bowl
- 1 spoon for mixing
Ingredients
- 3 pounds russet potatoes
- 1 cup whole milk For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the milk with sour cream or cream cheese.
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon salt Or to taste.
- ½ teaspoon black pepper Or to taste.
- Fresh chives or parsley Optional for garnish.
Instructions
- Peel and cut the russet potatoes into even chunks, about 1-inch thick for uniform cooking.
- Place the cut potatoes in a large pot. Fill the pot with water until the potatoes are covered by about an inch.
- Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot.
- Add the unsalted butter to the hot potatoes and let it melt for a minute.
- Gradually pour in the whole milk while mashing the potatoes with a potato masher or using an electric mixer, until you reach your desired creaminess.
- Season with additional salt and black pepper to taste, mixing well to combine.
- Serve the mashed potatoes warm in a serving bowl, garnished with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
For a richer flavor, you can substitute half of the milk with sour cream or cream cheese.
You can adjust the consistency of the potatoes by adding more milk for creamier potatoes or mashing less for a chunkier texture.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.