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a bowl of mashed potatoes with melted butter and chopped parsley
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5 from 1 vote

Mashed Red Potatoes

No peeler? No problem! These easy, creamy, and fluffy Mashed Red Potatoes are a delectable and rustic side that are perfect for weeknight dinners and as a holiday side dish.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: mashed red potatoes
Servings: 8
Calories: 198kcal
Author: Erin

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Place potatoes in a large pot, then cover them with water. Bring the potatoes to a boil and cook them until they're easy to pierce with a fork, 8-10 minutes. Drain, then place the potatoes back into the pot.
  • Next, heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat, then add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute or until fragrant; transfer the oil and garlic to the pot with the potatoes.
  • Add the butter, milk and salt to the pot, then use a potato masher or hand mixer to mash the potatoes until they're at your desired consistency. Add black pepper to taste.
  • Serve potatoes with chopped parsley or chives (optional) and a drizzle of melted butter. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation
*To make ahead of time: Make the mashed red potatoes recipe as normal and store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 or 3 days. Reheat the potatoes in a saucepan on the stove or in the microwave before it’s time to eat.

Nutrition

Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 443mg | Potassium: 781mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 372IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg