Artificial Flavors Free Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
Creamy, buttery, and flecked with fresh herbs, these mashed Yukon Golds are the kind of comfort food that earns a permanent spot in your dinner rotation. Yukon Gold potatoes are the real star here — their naturally rich, almost buttery flesh means you get incredible depth of flavor without relying on anything artificial to boost the taste. Whole milk and real unsalted butter are warmed together before folding in, which gives the mash a silky, luscious texture that packaged instant versions simply can't replicate. Fresh chives and optional parsley finish things off with a clean, bright note that feels genuinely homemade. Every single ingredient on this list is exactly what it sounds like — no flavor packets, no additives, no mystery. If you've ever flipped over a box of instant mash and felt uneasy about the ingredient list, this recipe is your answer.
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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
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
- ½ cup whole milk
- 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. Cook until the potatoes are completely tender and a fork slides through without resistance, about 18–22 minutes.
- 2
While the potatoes cook, combine the butter and milk in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm but not simmering, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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