This is how we make all of our mashed potatoes. It’s really easy and incredibly delicious. Keep reading to see how to make easy mashed potatoes and save this recipe for Thanksgiving!
How to make Easy Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients:
-Potatoes
-Sour cream
-Softened butter
-Salt
-Pepper
-Garlic Powder
-Shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions:
-Cut potatoes into small cubes. You can leave the skin on or peel it off. Either way is fine and a personal preference. It’s faster to leave it on.
-Place the potatoes in a pot and cover them with water. The water should be about an inch above the potatoes.
-Boil the potatoes for 15 minutes. If you can pierce them with a fork, you’re good to go.
-Drain the water and place the potatoes in a mixing bowl.
-Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes for 2 minutes.
-Add sour cream, salt, pepper, garlic powder and softened butter. Continue to mash the potatoes until they are a creamy consistency.
-Place the potatoes in a serving bowl and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
