Description
Comforting Sour Cream and Chive Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate cozy side dish, featuring creamy, fluffy potatoes enriched with tangy sour cream and fresh chives. This delightful recipe transforms ordinary mashed potatoes into a rich, flavorful experience that’s perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners. Each bite offers a warm hug of flavor, making it a staple for any comfort food lover.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain well.
- Return drained potatoes to the pot over low heat for 1 minute to evaporate excess moisture.
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter, sour cream, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Gently fold in chopped chives.
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional chives if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg