Seed Oil Free Chive Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, buttery mashed potatoes are one of life's great comfort foods, and this version keeps things clean without sacrificing any of the richness you're after. The ingredient list is refreshingly short — Yukon Golds, unsalted butter, low-fat milk, and fresh herbs — with absolutely no refined seed oils hiding anywhere in the bowl. Yukon Golds are the secret weapon here; their naturally waxy, golden flesh breaks down into something velvety and smooth without needing any shortcuts. Warming the milk and butter together before folding them in is a small step that makes a big difference, keeping the mash silky rather than gluey or stiff. A finishing scatter of fresh chives (and parsley if you're feeling it) adds a bright, grassy pop that cuts through the richness perfectly. This is the kind of side dish that quietly steals the show at the dinner table.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 ½-inch chunks
- 1 tsp salt, plus more for the cooking water
- ¾ cup low-fat milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Add a generous pinch of salt and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a steady simmer and cook until the potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides through without resistance, about 18–20 minutes.
- 2
While the potatoes cook, combine the milk and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm but not boiling, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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