The Best Mashed Potatoes

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This best mashed potato recipe is often requested during Thanksgiving. It's totally tasty, and everyone will rave! For a variation, spread in a casserole dish and refrigerate overnight; the next day, sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese and butter and reheat in the oven.

Submitted by Christina C
Updated on March 7, 2023
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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
12
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 12 servings

  • 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes

  • 2 cups Parmesan cheese

  • 1 ½ cups cream cheese

  • 1 cup chopped fresh chives

  • ½ cup butter

  • ½ medium head garlic, peeled and minced

  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients.

    All ingredients gathered to make the best mashed potatoes

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  2. Peel and quarter potatoes; place in a large pot. Cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes.

    Quartered potatoes placed in a large pot of salted water to boil.

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  3. Drain and return potatoes to the pot over low heat to dry for 1 to 2 minutes.

    Potatoes drained and returned to pot to dry over low heat.

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  4. Add Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, chives, butter, garlic, salt, and pepper.

    Remaining ingredients added to potatoes.

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  5. Use a potato masher to mash until smooth and serve.

    All ingredients mashed together with a potato masher, until smooth.

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  6. Serve hot and enjoy

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Editor's Note:

Please note differences in ingredient amounts and total time when following the magazine version of this recipe.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

381 Calories
22g Fat
36g Carbs
12g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 381
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g 28%
Saturated Fat 14g 68%
Cholesterol 64mg 21%
Sodium 356mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 12g 23%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 181mg 14%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 75mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.