Dad S Famous Mashed Potatoes

These mashed potatoes are the best way to complete any holiday meal. They go perfectly with my garlic herb prime rib, honey glazed ham, or spatchcock turkey!

The Best Recipe for Buttery & Delicious Mashed Potatoes

I have a little story to tell you. Growing up, I didn’t like mashed potatoes. (Crazy, I know!) But there was one special recipe that would get me to eat mashed potatoes and LOVE them. That is my dad’s mashed potato recipe. Maybe I have just been spoiled growing up and only had the best that it seems no other recipe can compare. Whatever it is, we can always count on my dad’s mashed potatoes being the star of the dinner table. What has taken me so long to get these on the blog? I really have no idea. Maybe there has been a bit of intimidation of making my dad’s famous mashed potatoes. I never have had to! But it just so happened that he came over and was able to make this recipe for you AND teach me all of his tips and tricks for making his famous mashed potatoes. They’re so buttery and amazing, trust me, once you try them it will be the only recipe you want to use.

Ingredients You’ll Need

The good news is, this recipe for mashed potatoes uses super simple ingredients. The key here is the ratios that are used! Check out the recipe card at the end of the post for exact measurements.

Potatoes (Russet or Gold): These are the heart the dish. Both are great for achieving the perfect buttery texture. 1% Milk: Pour in a bit of milk for creaminess. It adds richness without making things too heavy. Unsalted Butter: Butter, (and a lot of it) is what makes these potatoes so irresistible. I used unsalted butter since we add seasonings separately. Lawry’s Seasoning Salt: Add this to taste to give your potatoes delicious savory flavor. Pepper: A simple seasoning that helps to tie all the flavors together! Add to taste so your potatoes turn out just how you like them. Freshly Chopped Chives (for garnish): These bring a burst of freshness and a hint of onion flavor, making your mashed potatoes look and taste gourmet. You could also use fresh herbs! Rosemary and parsley are both great options.

How to Make the Best Mashed Potatoes

Potatoes so good, they’ll be the star of Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, you name it! Here’s how to get them tasting great every time you make them:

Garlic (add 3-4 cloves of minced garlic, fresh is best!) Cream Cheese (this will make them even creamier and add a bit of tang.) Sour Cream (another way to add creaminess and tangy flavor!) Chopped Green Onions for that classic ‘loaded’ flavor. Bacon, because everything is better with bacon! Parmesan Cheese for nutty, savory flavor.

In the Refrigerator: Transfer any leftover mashed potatoes to an airtight container and then pop them in the fridge. They’ll stay good for 3-4 days. When you’re ready to enjoy them again, warm in the microwave in 30-second intervals or over the stove on medium-low heat.

Keep Them Soft! If your potatoes get a bit dry, a splash of milk can work wonders to revive the smooth, velvety texture.