One dish that consistently tops the list of both my favorite fall family recipes and Thanksgiving side dish recipes is mashed potatoes. These creamy mashed potatoes are not just a side dish; they’re the heart of the holiday table. This fall, elevate your mashed potatoes with a few simple twists that make them an ideal addition to both everyday family dinners and your Thanksgiving feast!
Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Step by step instructions for this super easy Thanksgiving side dish and one of my favorite fall family recipes!
4
servings20
minutes15
minutesIngredients
- 4 lbs
Yukon gold potatoes
- 1 lb
butter (2 sticks)
- 1 1/3 cups
heavy cream
- 1 tbsp
kosher salt
directions
Wash and peel potatoes and cut into even cubes. Cutting into even sizes allows for potatoes to cook evenly.
Place cut up potatoes into a large pot and cover with cold water until potatoes are slightly covered with water. Add 1-2 tablespoons of salt into water.
Place the pot of water and potatoes onto the stove on high heat. Bring to a boil and boil for 12-15 mins, until potatoes are fork tender and fully cooked.
Once potatoes are cooked, drain potatoes and using a potato ricer or food mill, mash the potatoes into the same large pot.
In a separate small saucepan, melt butter and heavy cream together until butter is fully melted.
Once melted, add butter and heavy cream into the potatoes, with the kosher salt and combine until fully incorporated.
Potatoes will be smooth and extra creamy 🙂 Enjoy one of my favorite fall family recipes!
Tips for the Best Mashed Potatoes: One of My Favorite Fall Family Recipes
- Customize: Feel free to get creative! Add roasted garlic, cream cheese, or even some crispy bacon bits for a unique twist.
- Use a potato ricer or a food mill to get your mashed potatoes extra smooth!
The Perfect Thanksgiving Side Dish
These mashed potatoes are versatile enough to serve as a side dish for any fall meal, but they truly shine as a Thanksgiving side dish. They pair perfectly with turkey, gravy, cranberry sauce, and all the other traditional fixings. When it comes to Thanksgiving side dishes, these mashed potatoes will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Whether you’re serving it up for a Thanksgiving side dish or just a cozy dinner at home, these creamy, mashed potatoes are sure to impress. So dig in, and enjoy every bite!
This blog is all about one of my favorite fall family recipes and Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipe – Mashed Potatoes! For more recipes, check out my blog.
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