Creamy Dill Mashed Potatoes

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These creamy dill mashed potatoes combine buttery potatoes with fresh dill and garlic for a delicious side dish that pairs with any meal. Ready in just 30 minutes!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 272kcal

Author: Jeri Walker

Ingredients

2 pounds potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet) peeled and cubed
½ cup unsalted butter (or margarine)
¾ cup whole milk
2 cloves garlic shredded
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried)
Extra butter and dill for garnish (optional)

Instructions

PREP: Wash, peel, and cut potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Place in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt.
BOIL: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender. Check doneness by inserting a fork - potatoes should break apart easily with minimal resistance.
DRAIN: Thoroughly drain potatoes in a colander, then return to the hot pot for 1-2 minutes. This lets excess moisture evaporate and results in fluffier mashed potatoes.
MASH: Add 4 tablespoons of butter, ½ cup of milk, 2 shredded garlic cloves, salt, and pepper. Using a potato masher, work through the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
FINISH: Fold in 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped dill until evenly distributed throughout the potatoes. Be gentle to maintain the light texture.
SERVE: Transfer the finished mashed potatoes to a serving bowl. Top with another tablespoon of butter (letting it melt) and sprinkle with fresh dill. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

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Notes

Yukon Gold potatoes are creamier and are more forgiving to mash than other varieties. I recommend them for this recipe.
If you don't own a potato masher, a potato ricer or even a hand mixer on low speed will work well.
If your mashed potatoes are too thick, add milk a tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
Leftovers can be stored for up to 4 days in the fridge and reheated with a splash of milk in the microwave, on the stovetop, or covered and heated in the oven.

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