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The Best Homemade Mashed Potatoes

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb Yukon Gold Potatoes Peeled, Knots removed, and diced 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 1/2 tbsp Kosher Salt Divided
  • 6 tbsp Unsalted Butter 4 diced, 2 sliced
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream
  • 1/2 cup Whole Milk Hot
  • 2 tsp Dijon Mustard or Horseradish
  • 3/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • Parsley Finely chopped, for garnish

For Savory Gravy

  • 2 tbsp Bacon Fat
  • 1 tbsp Butter Unsalted
  • 2 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 tbsp Beef or Chicken Broth
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2-3 Kitchen Bouquet Browning

Instructions
 

Mashed Potatoes

  • Place diced Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot with 1 tablespoon of Kosher salt and enough cold water to cover them by 1 inch. Boil and simmer until fork-tender. Drain and return to the pot.
  • Add 4 tablespoons of diced butter to the hot potatoes. Stir until melted and combined. Incorporate sour cream, hot milk, Dijon mustard (or horseradish), remaining 1/2 tablespoon salt, and black pepper. Mash until desired consistency.

  • Transfer hot mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and top with remaining two slabs of butter and finely chopped parsley for Freshness.

Savory Gravy Magic:

  • If you have pan drippings from a roast, use them for added flavor. In a saucepan, heat the pan drippings.
  • Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour, stirring continuously to create a smooth roux.
  • Gradually add 2 cups of beef or chicken broth, whisking to prevent lumps.
  • Simmer the mixture until it thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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