Description
Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of these Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes. Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes are whipped to perfection with nutty brown butter, whole milk, and heavy cream, resulting in a side dish that will elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes:
- 3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
Brown Butter:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
Liquid:
- 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
Seasoning:
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Potatoes: Place potatoes in a pot, cover with water, add salt, and boil until fork-tender.
- Prepare Brown Butter: Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until golden brown.
- Mash Potatoes: Drain potatoes, mash until smooth. Slowly add warm milk and cream, then stir in brown butter.
- Season and Serve: Season with salt and pepper, transfer to a bowl, and garnish with chives or parsley. Serve warm.
Notes
- Yukon Gold potatoes provide a naturally creamy texture.
- Brown butter can be made in advance and gently reheated before incorporating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, European
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
