Description
Melt in Your Mouth Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food that turns ordinary dinners into extraordinary feasts. With their buttery, fluffy texture and rich flavor, these potatoes are sure to impress your guests at any gathering. Perfect for holidays or a cozy weeknight meal, this dish will leave everyone asking for seconds. Follow this simple recipe to create a side that’s both easy and impressive!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs peeled Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives (optional)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into uniform chunks. Rinse under cold water.
- Boil in salted water over medium-high heat until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Drain and return to the pot over low heat for 1-2 minutes to dry.
- Add heavy cream and butter; mash until smooth and fluffy.
- Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with chives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg