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Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Southern Living
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Jennifer Davick; Mindi Shapiro Levine
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Prep: 25 min., Cook: 30 min.

Yield: Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 3  garlic cloves, minced
  • 1  tablespoon  olive oil
  • 2  cups  low-sodium chicken broth
  • 3 1/2  pounds  Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 1/4  teaspoons  salt, divided
  • 1 1/2  cups  warm buttermilk
  • 1/3  cup  butter, melted
  • 3/4  teaspoon  pepper
  • 4  tablespoons  chopped fresh chives

Preparation

1. Sauté garlic in hot oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat 3 minutes. Add 8 cups water, chicken broth, potatoes, and 1/4 tsp. salt; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and cook 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

2. Drain potatoes, and return to Dutch oven. Add buttermilk, butter, pepper, and remaining 1 tsp. salt. Mash potatoes with a large fork or potato masher to desired consistency. Sprinkle evenly with chives; serve immediately.

Southern Living, NOVEMBER 2007