Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes
These mashed potatoes have a creamy texture and a basic seasoning of salt and pepper, making them a versatile side dish to go with any dinner.
Equipment
- large stock pot
- potato masher
- Measuring Cups
- measuring untensils
- potato peeler
Ingredients
- 5 pounds yellow potatoes peeled
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup butter, unsalted 1 stick
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 2.5 teaspoons salt
- .5 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Wash and peel potatoes. Cube into 2-inch chunks approximately.
- Add to a pot and cover by 1-inch with water.
- Add to the stovetop over high heat. Bring to a boil, approximately 20 minutes.
- Cook for 20 minutes once boiling.
- Drain of water and return to pot. Add in the remaining ingredients and mash until your desired consistency. The potatoes will thicken while cooling.