Honey Free Mashed Yukon Gold Potatoes

Total time35 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time25 min

4.7

(21)

Creamy, buttery, and deeply comforting, these Yukon Gold mashed potatoes are the kind of side dish that steals the show at any table. Yukon Golds are the secret weapon here — their naturally rich, slightly sweet flesh mashes into something velvety without needing a long list of extras. The technique of warming the butter and milk together before folding them in makes a real difference, giving you that smooth, cohesive texture rather than a gluey or lumpy result. Fresh chives and optional parsley add a bright, herby finish that keeps things feeling light even though this is pure comfort food. For anyone avoiding sweeteners, this recipe is completely straightforward — every ingredient is savory and clean, with no hidden additives to second-guess. It's the kind of dish you'll come back to again and again, whether it's a weeknight dinner or a holiday spread.

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Ingredients

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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