Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes

Silky, buttery, and irresistibly creamy, these Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food, guaranteed to steal the show at any meal!

Mashed potatoes have long been one of the most common side dishes for a variety of meals. In many ways, they go well with just about anything and can be relatively easy to whip up. All you have to do is wash and peel some potatoes, cut them up, and boil them. But even people who enjoy making and eating mashed potatoes don’t always give enough thought to the type of potato they use. There are quite a few varieties of potatoes, but for this recipe, we’re working with Yukon Golds.

With a high starch content, Yukon Gold potatoes are naturally creamy and great at absorbing dairy products like butter and sour cream. They also have a thin skin, so you don’t even have to peel them (even though I do in this recipe). Just wash them well, give them a soak, and they’re ready to boil. This makes them an ideal fit for making mashed potatoes. If you follow this recipe and use Yukon Gold potatoes, you’ll set yourself up for some of the richest and creamiest mashed potatoes you’ve ever had. It’s possible that you’ll never want to mash another type of potato again.

Are Yukon Gold Mashed Potatoes Healthy?

Yukon Gold potatoes contain some fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Plus, since Yukon Gold potatoes have a natural buttery flavor, you can go easy on the butter, cream, and cheese, if desired. You can also use low-fat cream cheese and sour cream instead of full fat. You can also use unsalted butter if you’re watching your sodium.

Don’t Overcook

When cooking Yukon Gold potatoes, it’s important to watch them closely while boiling to prevent overcooking. We want mash, not mush. They can start to lose their texture and taste when overcooked. Obviously, you want to be able to mash them, but don’t let them sit in boiling water too long. When the time comes to mash, a food mill or ricer can be the best options.

In addition to not letting the potatoes overcook, the same principle applies to the milk and butter. Don’t allow this mixture to boil. You might also want to add garlic to this step instead of adding it at the end. It will help release the aroma of the garlic before it gets added to the potatoes.

Serving suggestions

Yukon Gold mashed potatoes pair nicely with many mains. I especially like them with chicken dishes, including Air-Fryer Grilled Chicken, BBQ Paleo Chicken Wings, or Chicken Kabobs with a side of Bacon-Wrapped Asparagus. I think the mellow flavor of Yukon Gold mashed potatoes also tempers grilled or spicy seafood, like this Blackened Salmon or the more spicy Salt-And-Pepper Shrimp.

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