Creamy Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes
Easy homemade mashed potatoes recipe with garlic and herbs. Creamy, buttery comfort food ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup whole milk, warmed
- 3 tablespoons sour cream
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- 1
Fill a large pot with cold water and add the diced potatoes, ensuring they are fully submerged.
- 2
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat, then add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot.
- 3
Reduce heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are completely fork-tender with no resistance.
- 4
Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander and return them to the empty pot off the heat.
- 5
Allow the drained potatoes to sit for 2 minutes to release any residual moisture from their surfaces.
- 6
Mash the warm potatoes using a potato masher, working in circular motions until most lumps are gone but some texture remains.
- 7
Fold in the softened butter and sour cream, stirring gently until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- 8
Pour the warmed milk into the potatoes gradually while stirring, adding just enough to reach your desired creamy consistency.
- 9
Stir the minced garlic, remaining salt, black pepper, and garlic powder into the mash, distributing the seasonings evenly.
- 10
Gently fold in the fresh chives and parsley, reserving a small handful for garnish if desired.
- 11
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or garlic powder to your preference.
- 12
Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the reserved fresh herbs before serving immediately while hot.
Variations & Substitutions
| Ingredient | Substitute | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| whole milk | unsweetened almond milk or low-fat milk | Reduces saturated fat and calories while maintaining creaminess; almond milk adds subtle nutty flavor |
| sour cream | Greek yogurt or plain nonfat yogurt | Provides probiotics for gut health and increases protein content while reducing saturated fat |
| butter (6 tablespoons) | olive oil or avocado oil (3 tablespoons) | Substituting half the butter with heart-healthy monounsaturated fats reduces saturated fat intake |
| Yukon gold potatoes | russet potatoes mixed with cauliflower (50/50) | Cauliflower reduces overall carbohydrate load and adds fiber for better blood sugar management |
| kosher salt | sea salt or herb salt blend | Herb blends allow you to reduce overall sodium while maintaining flavor complexity from natural seasonings |
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Nutrition Information
Per serving (serves 4)
| Calories | 238 |
| Total Fat | 11g |
| Saturated Fat | 6g |
| Cholesterol | 28mg |
| Sodium | 545mg |
| Carbohydrates | 31g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sugar | 1g |
| Protein | 5g |
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