homemade mashed potatoes

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Ofallon, MO
Updated on Aug 15, 2025

These are the ultimate creamy homemade mashed potatoes with butter, sour cream, and whole milk. They are the perfect side dish for your holiday meals or Sunday family spread.

prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 8 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds yukon gold or russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 1/2 cup butter, unsalted or salted plus more for garnish
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
  • salt to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

How To Make homemade mashed potatoes

  • Step 1
    Peel and cut the potatoes into large chunks. Add the potatoes to a large pot of cold water. Add the salt and bring the pot to a boil. Reduce the heat to a gentle boil and cook until the potatoes are fork tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes well.
  • Step 2
    Add the butter to the pot with the potatoes and cover the pot to melt the butter. Add the sour cream and milk, cover to warm for 1-2 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Mash thoroughly with a handheld potato masher. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  • Step 4
    Garnish with fresh herbs and a pat or two of batter.

Discover More

Category: Potatoes
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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