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Best Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

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  • Prep Time20 min
  • Total Time40 min
  • Makes6 servings
Yukon mashed potatoes in bowl on blue tablecloth

Photo, Carmen Cheung.

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A potato ricer makes fluffy, smooth potatoes without any work. Look for one in kitchen supply shops.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into small pieces

  • 1 1/2 cups 18% cream

  • 1/2 cup butter

  • 3/4 tsp salt

  • chopped chives, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  • BOIL potatoes in a large pot of water until very tender, 15 to 20 min. Drain potatoes, then press through a ricer back into pot. Stir in cream, butter and salt until potatoes are warmed through. Season with fresh pepper.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories 418, Protein 5g, Carbohydrates 42g, Fat 26g, Fibre 3g, Sodium 430mg.
Excellent source of Vitamin A.

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