Recipes Nugget Markets Signature Recipes
Traditional Mashed Potatoes
- Prep time
- 10 minutes PT10M
- Cook time
- 45–60 minutes PT60M
- Yield
- 6–8 servings
- Difficulty
Smooth, creamy and decadently delicious—you can't go wrong with classic mashed potatoes!
Ingredients
- 5 pounds large russet potatoes
- 4 ounces butter, melted
- 8 ounces heavy cream, hot
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper
Preparation
Fill a large pot with cold water. Peel potatoes and cut into eighths. Bring water to a boil and simmer potatoes until soft, about 45–60 minutes. Drain and let steam 5 minutes.
Press the flesh of the potatoes through a food mill or mash with a potato masher. Add butter and mix thoroughly. Fold in cream, then season with salt and pepper.