Mashed Red Skin Potatoes Recipe
This mashed red skin potatoes recipe is a great combination of creamy texture and rustic charm. The red skins add a touch of color to classic mashed potatoes. These red skin mashed potatoes are a perfect side dish for dinners and special occasions.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red skinned potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Make sure to thoroughly scrub the potatoes before boiling. Cut them into quarters, about 1.5-inch chunks. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and then the potatoes. Boil for about 25 minutes or until fork tender.
- Melt butter in microwave or in a small saucepan on the stove. Stir in the minced garlic.
- Drain potatoes and return the potatoes to the pot. Pour in the melted butter with garlic.
- Add in sour cream, salt, and pepper. Mash with potato masher until desired creaminess. Serve warm.
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Notes
- Be sure to clean the potatoes well before cooking.
- Try cutting them around the same size so that they boil evenly.
- Be careful not to over mash or mix the potatoes to prevent them from becoming to thick and glue like.
- You can double the recipe for a larger crowd.
Nutrition
Calories: 319kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 1078mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 551IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 2mg