Creamy, Silky & Buttery Mashed Potatoes – Purée de Pommes de Terre

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Atsuko
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Atsuko

Founder of @Umami Sans Frontières

Creamy, fluffy, and delicious—mashed potatoes that go with everything, especially meat! This simple yet versatile side dish can be made rich and buttery or light and fluffy, depending on your preference. Master a few key points, and you’ll have the perfect mash every time!

Expense

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Preparation

45 mins

Baking time

Rest time

Ingredients

1 Portions
Metric Imperial
  • 250 g
    Potatoes
  • 25 ml
    Milk
  • 25 ml
    Fresh cream
  • 25 g
    Butter
  • Salt Appropriate amount
  • Pepper Appropriate amount
  • Nutmeg appropriate amount
Cooking time: Approximately 45 minutes
Ingredients:

For 4 people

  • 1kg of Potato
  • 100ml of Milk
  • 100ml of Fresh cream
  • 50-60g of Butter
  • An appropriate amount of Salt
  • An appropriate amount of Pepper
  • An appropriate amount of Nutmeg (if available)
How to make it:

1/ Prep the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into large pieces.

2/ Boil Until Tender: Place the potatoes in a pot, add enough water to cover them, and season with coarse salt or a pinch of regular salt. Simmer over medium heat until tender.

3/ Warm the Dairy (Key Step!): Warm the milk and fresh cream in the microwave.

4/ Remove Moisture: Once the potatoes are soft, drain the water, return the pot to low heat, and stir briefly to evaporate excess moisture.

5/ Mash with Butter: Add the butter and mash the potatoes using a masher.

6/ Mix and Season: Gradually add the warm milk and fresh cream, mixing well. Season with salt, pepper, and a touch of nutmeg if desired.

⭐️Make It Even Better: Mashed potatoes Secrets⭐️

Warm milk and cream make all the difference!: Always use warm milk and fresh cream for the best texture. Serve your mashed popatoes warm for maximum enjoyment.

Choose your dairy to match your taste!: Use milk, fresh cream, or crème fraîche depending on your preference. For a richer taste, go with fresh cream or crème fraîche; for a lighter version, milk is the way to go.

More butter, more flavor!: The more butter you add, the richer and creamier your purée will be. Adjust to your liking!

A family favorite that disappears fast!: This dish is a staple in our home—I always make 1kg of potatoes, and it’s gone in no time! If I ever have leftovers (which is rare), I use them for the next day’s lunchbox or as a side for dinner.

A side dish that goes well with many dishes!:

Mashed potatoes pairs beautifully with a variety of meals. On Umami Sans Frontières, you’ll find great recipes that complement it perfectly, such as:

Try them together and elevate your meal!

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