Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food: Creamy Mashed Potatoes, elevated with the tangy richness of cream cheese, the decadence of butter, and a subtle zest from a hint of Ranch. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any holiday table or cozy weeknight meal.
Nutrition
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Carbohydrate
54 g
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Cholesterol
39 mg
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Fiber
7 g
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Protein
8 g
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Saturated Fat
9 g
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Sodium
205 mg
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Sugar
2 g
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Fat
15 g
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Unsaturated Fat
0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
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5 mins
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02 Step
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25 mins
Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. (25 minutes)
03 Step
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2 mins
Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander. Return the potatoes to the pot and place over low heat to dry out slightly, about 2 minutes. This step helps to prevent watery mashed potatoes. (2 minutes)
04 Step
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3 mins
Remove the pot from the heat. Add the softened cream cheese, melted butter, sour cream, and Ranch dressing mix to the potatoes. (3 minutes)
05 Step
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5 mins
Using a potato masher or an electric mixer (on low speed), mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in gummy potatoes. (5 minutes)
06 Step
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2 mins
Spread the mashed potatoes evenly in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. (2 minutes)
07 Step
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25 mins
Bake in the preheated oven until the top is lightly golden brown and heated through, about 20-25 minutes. (25 minutes)
08 Step
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Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chives or a sprinkle of paprika, if desired.
For an even richer flavor, use browned butter instead of melted butter.
Substitute Greek yogurt for some of the sour cream for a tangier and slightly lighter version.
Add roasted garlic or fresh herbs (such as rosemary or thyme) for a more complex flavor profile.
Ensure the cream cheese is fully softened to avoid lumps in the mashed potatoes.
For a smoother consistency, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
RECIPE REVIEWS
Avarage Rating:
4.8/ 5 ( 131 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
Horace Shanahan
Sep 10, 2024I followed the recipe exactly, and they turned out perfectly. The drying step is key to avoiding watery potatoes.
Waino Will
Sep 10, 2024Next time, I might try adding some roasted garlic for an extra layer of flavor.
Kristy Kohler
Jun 19, 2024These mashed potatoes were a huge hit at Thanksgiving! Everyone raved about how creamy and flavorful they were.
Christophe Rowe
Jul 22, 2023These are so much better than my usual mashed potato recipe! The cream cheese and sour cream make them incredibly rich and decadent.
Esther Hoppe
Apr 9, 2023I was skeptical about the Ranch dressing mix, but it added a really nice depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making these again!