Description
Perfect for Christmas dinner, holiday feasts, or Sunday suppers, these creamy mashed potatoes with savory gravy are a family classic.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons butter (for gravy)
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste (for gravy)
Instructions
- Boil potatoes in salted water until very tender, about 15–20 minutes.
- Drain and mash with butter, cream, and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in broth and seasonings. Stir until smooth and thickened, about 5–7 minutes.
- Spoon mashed potatoes into a bowl, pour gravy on top, and serve hot.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a slightly creamier texture.
- Warm dairy before mixing into the potatoes.
- Add roasted garlic for flavor depth.
- Reheat with extra milk or broth to keep smooth.
- Make gravy with vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling & Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 scoop with gravy
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg