Description
Million Dollar Mashed Potatoes are ultra-creamy, rich, and flavorful mashed potatoes made with cream cheese, sour cream, butter, and a touch of garlic. This classic American side dish offers a velvety texture and comforting taste, perfect for holidays, family dinners, or any special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 4 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
Dairy and Fats
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup whole milk, warmed
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Seasonings
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Chopped fresh chives or parsley
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the peeled and chopped potatoes into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and let it simmer for 15–20 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain and Mash: Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or hand mixer until they become smooth and lump-free.
- Add Creamy Ingredients: To the mashed potatoes, add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, melted butter, warmed whole milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir everything together until fully combined and creamy.
- Optional Cheese Fold-In: If desired, fold in the shredded cheddar cheese gently, allowing it to melt slightly into the warm potatoes for extra richness.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
- To make ahead: Transfer mashed potatoes to a baking dish, cover with foil, and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
- Reheat at 350°F (175°C) for 30–40 minutes or until heated through.
- If the texture is too thick after reheating, add an extra splash of warmed milk to loosen it.
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a creamier texture or Russet for fluffier mashed potatoes.
- Add extra garlic powder or fresh minced garlic for more pronounced garlic flavor.
