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Skins On Mashed Potatoes

With the perfect blend of creaminess and texture, Skins on Mashed Potatoes are a rustic and colorful way to serve this popular side dish.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mashed potatoes, Skins on Mashed Potatoes
Servings: 8
Calories: 579kcal
Author: Amanda Rettke-iambaker.net

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 6 pounds red potatoes, washed, quartered
  • 1 large pinch kosher salt

Mashed Potatoes

  • 1 cup (2 sticks / 227 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (120 g) heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • To a large pot, add potatoes and a large pinch of salt. Fill with enough water to cover the potatoes. Cover the pot and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • After the water has come to a boil, uncover and boil over medium-high heat until fork-tender, about 25 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Remove from heat.
  • Lightly mash the potatoes. Add the butter and cream. Mash until incorporated. Add salt and pepper.
  • Serve warm.

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Nutrition

Calories: 579kcal