Take your homestyle mashed potatoes to the next level by mixing in flavorful sour cream and fresh chives. It’s a quick and easy way to add a little extra sparkle to your next dinner. Extra points if you’ve been growing your own potatoes!
Author:Norann Oleson
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:Serves 8
Category:Sides & Sauces
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut in quarters
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/3 cup chopped chives
Half dozen whole chive leaves for garnish
Salt and pepper
Instructions
Boil potatoes in lightly salted water in a large pot until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes.
Drain and mash.
Mix in the milk using a potato masher or electric mixer.
Stir in sour cream and chives, and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Garnish with chive leaves.
Notes
Whether you peel your potatoes before you boil them is entirely up to you. It’s a matter of preference. For more potato variety suggestions, check out our Potato Collection
