Eggless Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes
Creamy, buttery, and flecked with fresh herbs, these Yukon Gold mashed potatoes are the kind of comfort food that earns a permanent spot in your weekly rotation. Yukon Golds are the secret weapon here — their naturally waxy, golden flesh breaks down into something luxuriously smooth without needing a long list of extras to get there. The technique of warming the butter and milk together before folding them in makes a real difference, giving you that silky, restaurant-style finish right at home. Because the whole recipe relies on potatoes, butter, milk, and fresh herbs, there's nothing hidden to worry about — no eggs tucked into a mix, no surprise binders. Draining the potatoes and briefly drying them over heat before mashing is a small step that pays off big, keeping the texture fluffy rather than gluey. The chives and optional parsley add a pop of color and a fresh, savory note that keeps things from feeling heavy. Serve straight from the pot while everything is still warm and glossy for the best possible bowl.
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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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