Mashed potatoes are the star of any plate they are on, and these 17 recipes are proof.
I use russet potatoes most often but Yukon Gold and sweet potatoes make incredible mashed potatoes, as well.
Undercooked potatoes wont become smooth when mashed.
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Whenchoosing potatoes, look for a firm potato with smooth skin.
Store your potatoes in a cool, dry place.
Go beyond mashed potatoes andgravythis year and discover new ways to serve the versatile tuber.
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Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Garlic mashed potatoes are delicious, whether you have a mountain of gravy or not.
Roasting a whole head of garlic tames the flavor so that it doesnt overwhelm the creamy Yukon Gold potatoes.
Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Perfectly creamy mashed potatoes only require five ingredients.
The Instant Pot cooks the potatoes perfectly every time.
Vegan Mashed Potatoes
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You dont need dairy to make creamy mashed potatoes.
This recipe swaps it out for olive oil and plant-based milk.
Coco Morante
Colcannon
Founder Elise Bauer says, “For a variation, sub out half of the potatoes with parsnips.
Can add chives, leeks, or bacon too.”
Parsnips look like white carrots, have a nutty flavor, and mash well.
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you could omit salting the mashed potatoes if you use salted butter.
Make-Ahead Mashed Potatoes
Yes, its true.
it’s possible for you to make mashed potatoes ahead of time.
Elise Bauer
Cream cheese and yogurt keep them creamy and add a slight tanginess.
Rutabaga is a root vegetable that makes a fantastic substitute for mashed potatoes.
you might use all rutabaga or combine it with potatoes for this tasty side dish.
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Our article explains how it works and when to add it.
If you dont have a food processor, you could use a blender instead.
Potato Croquettes
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This is the appetizer we all need.
Fried mashed potato balls are easier to make than it sounds, especially if you use leftover mashed potatoes.
This recipe makes 18 to 20 croquettes and are best eaten right away.
Mashed Potato Pancakes
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There’s no recipe more comforting than mashed potato pancakes.
Elise Bauer
Mix your leftover mashed potatoes with an egg and a little flour.
Then griddle them up in a skillet until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
This casserole saves me the trouble and serves the filling in casserole form.
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Then, you’re able to repurpose the potato jacket into an easypotato skinappetizer.
Duchess Potatoes
Make potatoes look as pretty as a princess, or Duchess that is.
Youll need a large piping bag and a large star tip to create these swirled mounds.
Elise Bauer
Your guests will love these bite-sized potatoes and theyre easy to make ahead and bake when ready to serve.
Colcannon Cakes
If you arent familiar withcolcannon, then nows the time to change that.
Take leftover mashed potatoes for these Irish potato patties.
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you’re able to serve them for breakfast with eggs.
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Elise Bauer
Elise Bauer
