Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives and Butter

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🥔 Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives and Butter

Ultimate comfort food — rich, silky, and fluffy!

⏱ Total Time: 35–40 minutes

👥 Serves: 4–6

⭐ Difficulty: Easy

🌟 Ingredients

  • 2 lbs (900 g) potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet), peeled and cut into chunks
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter (plus extra for serving)
  • ½ cup whole milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
  • 2–3 tbsp sour cream or cream cheese (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
  • Optional: garlic cloves (2–3, peeled) for garlic mashed potatoes

🥣 Instructions

1. Cook the potatoes

  1. Place the potatoes (and optional garlic cloves) in a large pot.
  2. Cover with cold water and add 1 tsp salt.
  3. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
  4. Cook until potatoes are fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.

2. Drain and mash

  1. Drain potatoes well and return them to the pot.
  2. Add butter and let it melt into the hot potatoes.
  3. Mash using a potato masher, fork, or potato ricer until smooth.

3. Add creaminess

  1. Warm the milk (or cream) slightly and gradually stir into the mashed potatoes until creamy.
  2. Stir in sour cream or cream cheese if using.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. Add chives

  1. Fold in fresh chopped chives for flavor and color.

5. Serve

  1. Transfer to a serving dish, top with extra butter if desired, and sprinkle a few more chives.
  2. Serve hot alongside roasted meats, gravy, or any comfort food favorite.

⭐ Tips & Variations

  • Fluffier potatoes: Use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
  • Garlic mashed potatoes: Boil garlic cloves with potatoes or roast garlic beforehand.
  • Cheesy version: Stir in ½ cup shredded cheddar or Parmesan.
  • Herb variation: Add parsley, thyme, or rosemary with the chives.

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