Idahoan Mashed Potatoes
These Idahoan Mashed Potatoes are rich and creamy, made from real russet potatoes, butter and whipping cream for classic homemade flavor.
Servings: 14
Calories: 360kcal
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Strainer
- Potato Masher
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 5 pounds Idahoan (russet) potatoes peeled and cubed
- 2 sticks butter unsalted
- 2 cups whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon sea salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground pepper adjust to taste
Instructions
- Combine water and peeled, cubed potatoes in a large pot. Make sure the water covers them by at least 2 inches.
- Heat the water on high to bring it to a rolling boil, then cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until very fork tender. Strain and set aside.
- Melt the butter in the same large pot, then add the potatoes back in and start to mash.
- Add 1 ¼ cups room-temperature whipping cream to start and keep mashing. Stir in more as needed to get the creamy texture you like.
- Season with about 1 tablespoon of salt and ½ teaspoon of pepper. Transfer to a heat-resistant serving bowl and serve warm.
Notes
- Fork Tender is Key: Boil until very fork tender for the easiest mash and best texture.
- Warm your Dairy: While it is not a requirement, slightly heated cream and butter before adding for smoother mixing and creamier mashed potatoes.
- Don’t Overmix: This recipe is very simple to mash, but if you want to use a hand mixer ensure you do so carefully to avoid gluey potatoes.
- Season Gradually: Taste as you go when seasoning, especially with salt and pepper—for balanced flavor.
- Make it your Own: Add sour cream, roasted garlic, cream cheese or buttermilk powder for a twist on the classic.
- Use Cold Water: Start the potatoes in cold water before boiling so they cook evenly.
- Refrigerator: Once cooled, store in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days.
- Freezer: Once cooled, freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months for best texture.
- Reheating: Once thawed, warm in a medium pot on the stove with a little butter, milk or cream for about 4 to 5 minutes, or until heated through. For the microwave, do the same in a heat-safe bowl.
Nutrition
Calories: 360kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 619mg | Potassium: 713mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 905IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg
