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mashed potatoes topped with butter
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4.36 from 28 votes

Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream

These easy mashed potatoes with sour cream and chives make the perfect holiday side dish.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Thanksgiving Recipes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: mashed potatoes with sour cream and chives
Servings: 10
Author: Joy Shull

Ingredients

  • 3 lbs baby potatoes rinsed and halved
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 - 3 cups water
  • cup + ¼ cup whole milk
  • ½ cup unsalted butter
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • diced chives for topping
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Rinse potatoes and scrub off any dirt
  • Cut baby potatoes in half, then place in a large pot
  • Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and enough water to make sure the potatoes are covered in liquid (I used around 3 cups)
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil
  • Boil until potatoes are easily pierced with a fork and fall apart
  • Drain the potatoes then add to a large mixing bowl with the butter, sour cream, and milk
  • Mash the potatoes until well combined and desired texture is achieved
  • Salt and pepper the mashed potatoes to taste
  • Top with chives and butter and serve

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 400mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g