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Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes

Bring rich, full flavor to your mashed potatoes or use this recipe as a basic for a dozen other dishes. It's a great starting point!
Course easy, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 239kcal
Author Rachel Ballard

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds white russet potatoes about 6-8 medium potatoes
  • Water to cover
  • 3/4 cup sour cream cultured is best
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus 1/2 tablespoon divided

Instructions

  • Wash, peel and slice potatoes thinly--about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Cover with water and bring to a boil.
  • Once boiling, add 1/2 tablespoon salt and stir well.
  • Cook until the potatoes are tender when poked with a fork--about 15-20 minutes.
  • Drain and return to the pot.
  • Add butter, sour cream and 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  • Mix well until smooth and creamy. Taste for salt--if you'd like more, go ahead and add the remaining 1/2 teaspoon. I do!

Nutrition

Calories: 239kcal