Description
Savor the comforting flavors of homemade mashed potatoes and savory gravy, a quintessential side dish that enhances any meal. This recipe features fluffy, starchy potatoes whipped to creamy perfection with butter and milk, topped generously with rich gravy that seeps into every bite. Perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts, this dish is not only simple to prepare but also a surefire way to impress your guests. With just a handful of ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll create a heartwarming classic that will have everyone asking for seconds. Discover how this timeless comfort food can light up your dining table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 packet brown gravy mix (or homemade)
- 2 cups chicken or beef broth
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into even chunks. Place them in a large pot filled with cold water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender; drain well in a colander.
- Return drained potatoes to the pot over low heat. Add butter and milk; mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a separate saucepan, prepare gravy according to package instructions using broth for added flavor; stir continuously until thickened.
- Serve mashed potatoes on plates and drizzle hot gravy generously over them.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg