Description
Comforting Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate side dish, combining creamy russet potatoes with tangy sour cream and fresh chives for a dish that’s both rich and flavorful. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, these mashed potatoes are easy to prepare and sure to impress with their fluffy texture. Indulge in this classic comfort food that elevates any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup whole milk
- ¼ cup fresh chives, chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and chop russet potatoes into even chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water.
- Boil Until Tender: Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add a generous amount of salt and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and Steam: Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and let them steam dry for a few minutes.
- Mash It Up: Return drained potatoes to the pot. Add butter and mash until smooth or slightly chunky, as preferred.
- Mix in Flavorful Goodness: Stir in sour cream, milk, chopped chives, salt, and pepper to achieve desired creaminess.
- Serve With Style: Transfer mashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Garnish with additional chives or butter before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg