Cowboy Butter Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Cowboy Butter Mashed Potatoes, a delightful side dish that promises to elevate any meal. Perfectly fluffy and infused with rich, buttery flavor, these mashed potatoes are a comforting staple for family dinners or festive gatherings. Each bite offers a satisfying blend of smooth texture and savory taste, making them an irresistible choice for pairing with grilled chicken, robust beef stew, or vibrant roasted vegetables. With simple ingredients and easy preparation steps, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser effortlessly. Enjoy the warm comfort of homemade mashed potatoes that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 pounds red potatoes (washed, peeled, quartered)
- 1 cup (2 recipes) cowboy butter (softened)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: In a large pot of salted water, add the quartered potatoes and cover until boiling over high heat.
- Cook Until Tender: Once boiling, uncover and reduce heat to medium-high. Cook until fork-tender (approximately 25 minutes).
- Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Lightly mash with a potato masher or fork to your desired consistency.
- Add Cowboy Butter and Cream: Stir in most of the cowboy butter (reserve ¼ cup) and add the heavy cream; mash until fully combined.
- Season and Serve: Mix in kosher salt and black pepper. Serve warm with reserved cowboy butter on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg