Creamy Herb-Infused Mashed Potatoes
These Creamy Herb-Infused Mashed Potatoes offer a delightful blend of flavors and a rich, velvety texture that elevates any meal. With the addition of softened cream cheese and buttery goodness, each bite is both satisfying and harmonious. Enhanced with hint of seasoning and subtle onion notes, these mashed potatoes can be easily prepared ahead of time and kept warm in the oven. Perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, they bring a touch of comfort and elegance to your table.
6
Servings
225
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Potatoes
3 lbs (peeled and quartered (about 9 medium potatoes))
Cream cheese
6 ounces (softened (2 packages of 3 ounces each))
Butter
6 tablespoons (softened)
Milk
1/4 cup (none)
Seasoning salt
3/4 teaspoon (none)
Ground black pepper
3/4 teaspoon (none)
Onion salt
1/4 teaspoon (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by peeling and quartering the potatoes, then place them in a large saucepan.
2
Cover the potatoes with water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat.
3
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the pan, and let the potatoes cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
4
Carefully drain the potatoes and return them to the saucepan or a large mixing bowl.
5
Using a potato masher or hand mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and fluffy.
6
Incorporate the softened cream cheese, butter, milk, seasoning salt, ground black pepper, and onion salt into the mashed potatoes.
7
Continue to mash the mixture until everything is well combined and the desired creaminess is achieved.
8
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a baking pan if preparing ahead, cover, and keep warm in a low oven until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
25g
Carbs
5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Creamy Herb-Infused Mashed Potatoes.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields 6 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 225 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving has 25g of carbohydrates.
How much protein is provided per serving?
Each serving provides 5g of protein.
What quantity of potatoes is needed?
You need 3 lbs of potatoes, which is approximately 9 medium potatoes.
How should the potatoes be prepared before boiling?
The potatoes should be peeled and quartered.
How much cream cheese is required?
The recipe requires 6 ounces of softened cream cheese.
How much butter should be used?
Use 6 tablespoons of softened butter.
How much milk is added to the mixture?
The recipe calls for 1/4 cup of milk.
What amount of seasoning salt is needed?
You need 3/4 teaspoon of seasoning salt.
How much ground black pepper is included?
Include 3/4 teaspoon of ground black pepper.
What is the amount of onion salt used?
The recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon of onion salt.
How long do the potatoes need to cook?
Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
What heat level is used to bring the water to a boil?
Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
What heat level is used for simmering the potatoes?
Reduce the heat to medium-low once the water is boiling.
What tool can be used to mash the potatoes?
A potato masher or hand mixer can be used to achieve a smooth texture.
Can these mashed potatoes be made ahead of time?
Yes, they can be prepared ahead and kept warm in a low oven.
How do you store the potatoes if keeping them warm for later?
Transfer them to a baking pan, cover, and place in a low oven.
Is this recipe considered vegetarian?
Yes, this is a vegetarian-friendly recipe.
What are the primary tags for this recipe?
Tags include mashed potatoes, sides, comfort food, and potato recipes.
What is the texture of these mashed potatoes?
They have a rich, velvety, smooth, and fluffy texture.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 7 ingredients in this recipe.
Is the fiber content listed?
The fiber content is not specified for this recipe.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
The sugar content is not specified.
Does the recipe include sodium information?
Sodium information is not provided in the nutritional facts.
How many packages of cream cheese are used?
The recipe uses 2 packages of 3 ounces each.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Peel and quarter the potatoes, then place them in a large saucepan.
Is there cholesterol information available?
No, cholesterol information is not specified.