Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsBelmont Hall & RestaurantReal Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Real Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time45m
Serves35

35 servings

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Ingredients

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Potatoes

Dairy

Seasoning

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Wash and Peel Potatoes

    Thoroughly wash the russet potatoes under cold running water to remove any dirt. Peel the potatoes using a vegetable peeler.

  2. 2

    Chop Potatoes

    Cut the peeled potatoes into quarters to ensure even cooking.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Boil Potatoes

    Place the chopped potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and let simmer for about 15-20 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.

  2. 4

    Drain Potatoes

    Once the potatoes are tender, drain them in a colander and return them to the pot.

Mashing

  1. 5

    Add Ingredients

    To the drained potatoes, add the unsalted butter, whole milk, sour cream, remaining salt, and black pepper.

  2. 6

    Mash Potatoes

    Using a potato masher or electric mixer, mash the potatoes until they reach your desired consistency, creamy and smooth.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve Warm

    Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and serve warm. Optionally, top with additional butter or chopped chives for garnish.

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