Description
Indulge in the comfort of Irish Potatoes – Creamy, Buttery. This delightful dish features fluffy russet potatoes mashed to perfection with rich unsalted butter and velvety heavy cream. Each spoonful melts in your mouth, offering a nostalgic taste of home. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, these creamy potatoes are a versatile side that pairs beautifully with any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- ½ cup unsalted butter, at room temperature
- ½ cup heavy cream, warmed
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cut the russet potatoes into uniform chunks.
- Place the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes and allow them to steam for a couple of minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained potatoes with unsalted butter and heavy cream. Mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste; mix until fully combined.
- Serve warm as a comforting side dish or main course.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or fresh herbs like chives before serving. - Leftover mashed potatoes can be transformed into potato cakes for another delicious meal.