Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Nutrition Facts

  • One serving:
  • (3/4 cup)
  • Calories:
  • 238
  • Fat:
  • 7 g
  • Saturated Fat:
  • 4 g
  • Cholesterol:
  • 21 mg
  • Sodium:
  • 368 mg
  • Carbohydrate:
  • 40 g
  • Fiber:
  • 3 g
  • Protein:
  • 5 g


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Creamy Mashed Potatoes

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I love potatoes, mashed ones especially. This company-worthy version is a great accompaniment to the beef roast I serve at our holiday meal. Cream cheese adds richness while garlic delivers distinctive flavor.

SERVINGS: 6-8

CATEGORY: Side Dish

METHOD: Stir-Fry

TIME: Prep: 20 min. Cook: 20 min.

Ingredients:

  • 5 pounds medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 3 garlic cloves, peeled
  • 1 package (3 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 to 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, optional
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika, optional

Directions:

Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain.
    Place potatoes and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Add cream cheese, milk, butter, salt and pepper; beat until smooth.
    Transfer potato mixture to a large serving bowl. Sprinkle with onions and paprika if desired. Yield: 6-8 servings.


  • Re: Creamy Mashed Potatoes

    Potatoes were very good and tasty, but nothing out of the ordinary. I needed to add more milk than was called for.

    justmbeth
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