Creamy, Buttery Irish Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with creamy, buttery Irish potatoes. This delightful side dish features fluffy russet potatoes enriched with rich unsalted butter and heavy cream, creating a velvety texture that melts in your mouth. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, these potatoes are sure to impress your guests and elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Mashing
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Chopped chives (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Place the potato chunks in a large pot, cover with cold water, add salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain and Dry: Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them sit for a few minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
- Mash: Return the drained potatoes to the pot over low heat. Add unsalted butter and mash until smooth.
- Add Cream: Gradually stir in heavy cream until you achieve your desired consistency. Season with additional salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve: Transfer to serving bowls and garnish with chopped chives if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg