Mashed Spuds with Crème Fraîche
Silky mashed potatoes made with crème fraîche, butter, and milk. This is a quick and flavorful side dish that goes perfectly with roast chicken.
Mashed Spuds with Crème Fraîche
Rich and fluffy mashed potatoes made with crème fraîche for a tangy twist. This simple winter side dish is ready in just 35 minutes.
Prep Time:10 minutes mins
Cook Time:25 minutes mins
Total Time:35 minutes mins
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Crème Fraîche, Potatoes
Season: Winter
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 312kcal
Author: Pascale Beale
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, Yukon Gold or russet, peeled and cubed
- Coarse sea salt
- 7 ounces butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 4 ounces crème fraîche
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large saucepan of salted, cold water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a strong simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are fork tender. Drain the potatoes, return them to the saucepan and let them release their steam for 1–2 minutes. Transfer them to a large bowl.
- Pass the potatoes through a ricer and return them to the saucepan. Add the butter, milk and crème fraîche and stir until fully incorporated and the potatoes are fluffy and creamy. Season to taste. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 182mg | Potassium: 547mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 760IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
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