Holiday-Only Mashed Potatoes

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These mashed potatoes with heavy cream are too fattening to have on a regular basis. I only make these on holidays, and everyone wonders what's in them that's makes them so rich.

Submitted by Saltair4
Updated on December 12, 2024
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
10
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 10 servings

  • 5 pounds red potatoes, peeled and quartered

  • ½ cup butter

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place potatoes into a large pot with enough water to cover; bring to a boil. Cook until fork tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.

  2. Add butter to potatoes in the pot. Mash using a potato masher, ricer, or mixer until smooth. Gradually beat in heavy cream until well combined. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

339 Calories
18g Fat
42g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 339
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18g 23%
Saturated Fat 11g 57%
Cholesterol 57mg 19%
Sodium 85mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 42g 15%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 4g 8%
Vitamin C 15mg 17%
Calcium 35mg 3%
Iron 1mg 3%
Potassium 691mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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