Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives: A Dreamy Recipe Delight!
Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives is a rich and flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with any meal, offering a smooth texture and a hint of freshness from the chives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of potatoes
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup of chopped fresh chives
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even-sized pieces.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter and heavy cream to the potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the chopped chives, salt, and black pepper to taste.
- Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with milk.
- Feel free to add garlic for extra flavor.
- Chives can be replaced with green onions if desired.