Best Mashed Potatoes

Whether you’re looking for a holiday dish or an everyday side, these Best Mashed Potatoes are sure to please. They’re light and fluffy but still rich and creamy – everything you could want in mashed potatoes!

This mashed potato recipe makes the creamiest mashed potatoes you will ever have.

These mashed potatoes are so delicious, they might just be the best part of our Thanksgiving feast! And that’s saying something because we also have amazing dishes like mac & cheese, fudge pie, ham & rolls.

My kids are what you would call strong foodies. They’re not really picky, more like they have high standards for taste. This usually makes my husband and I happy, but as a mom cooking for these five little ones can be nerve-racking–especially when it comes to something as important as mashed potatoes. You see, I thought they were the best I’d ever had…ever!

I was elated when Aiden, my oldest, grinned and exclaimed, “Mom, these are the best-mashed potatoes I’ve ever had!” My happiness only increased when Madden quickly followed suit… then by the youngest two. I can’t imagine making any other potato recipe from this day forward.

Mashed potatoes are a holiday staple, but they can often go wrong. They can either be too dry or way too salty – both of which kill taste buds and result in sad faces all around. Consider all the major holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter – all involve mashed potatoes.

My friend Holly made some scrambled eggs for me when we went on a retreat in Breckenridge, and they were really good. The key ingredient was the cheese- she grabbed some chive Boursin cheese from the fridge and added it in. They were so creamy and rich, way better than any other eggs I’ve had before!

That morning, I decided that from then on, I would use that cheese for my potatoes. And boy, am I glad I did! The results were amazing; just like the eggs, this mashed potato recipe resulted in silky smooth taters.

Toppings & Mix-ins

There are endless ways to flavor your mashed potatoes! Classic add-ins include hot milk, butter, salt, pepper, garlic, cheese, and crispy bacon. You can also mix in fresh herbs or your favorite seasonings for extra flavor. In the end, it’s all about what tastes best to you!

Try adding any of these to make your mashed potatoes extra delicious:

• Hot milk or cream
• Butter
• Salt and pepper
• Garlic (roasted or minced)
• Cheese (cheddar, parmesan, or cream cheese)
• Bacon or pancetta
• Fresh herbs (parsley, chives, thyme, rosemary)
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Caramelized onions
• Green onions or shallots

In the end, mix and match your favorites — it’s all about what tastes best to you

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