Description
Cowboy Butter Mashed Potatoes are a creamy and flavorful side dish that will elevate any meal. This dish features tender red potatoes blended with a rich cowboy butter mixture, creating a delightful combination that pairs perfectly with various proteins like grilled chicken or roasted beef. The preparation is straightforward, making it an ideal choice for both casual weeknight dinners and festive gatherings. With the addition of customizable toppings like green onions or cheese, you can easily make this dish your own. Whether served family-style or in individual portions, these mashed potatoes are sure to impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds.
Ingredients
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- 6 pounds red potatoes (washed, peeled, quartered)
- 1 cup cowboy butter (softened)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover them with salted water.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat; then reduce to medium-high and cook until fork-tender (about 25 minutes).
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Lightly mash using a potato masher.
- Stir in most of the cowboy butter and heavy cream until fully incorporated.
- Season with kosher salt and black pepper to taste. Serve warm topped with reserved cowboy butter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 210g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg