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Red Skin Mashed Potatoes

Creamy and flavorful, these red skin mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food side dish, ideal for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 pounds red skin potatoes washed and quartered
  • 1/2 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 4 tablespoons butter unsalted
  • 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper adjust to taste
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives chopped

Method
 

  1. Place the quartered red skin potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.
  2. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
  4. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  5. Add the butter, milk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes.
  6. Mash the potatoes to your desired consistency using a potato masher or fork.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped chives.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2g

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or cream cheese during the mashing process.

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