Gluten Free Herb Mashed Potatoes
Mashed potatoes are one of those dishes that should always be naturally free of gluten, yet store-bought versions and restaurant sides are surprisingly easy to contaminate with thickeners, broths, or shared equipment. This recipe keeps things clean and simple, leaning on Yukon Gold potatoes for their naturally buttery, creamy texture that needs very little help to shine. Warming the milk and butter together before folding them in is the kind of small step that makes a real difference, giving you a silky, lump-free result every single time. Fresh chives, parsley, and thyme stirred in at the end lift the whole bowl with bright, herby flavor that feels a little more special than your average weeknight side. Passing the potatoes through a ricer or working them with a masher keeps the texture light and fluffy rather than gluey — no shortcuts needed. This is the kind of comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that fits seamlessly alongside a roast, a holiday spread, or honestly just a quiet dinner at home.
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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, warmed
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, 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. 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, warm the milk and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is steaming but not boiling. Remove from heat and set aside.
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