Martina McBride's Kansas Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Kansas inspired Martina McBride to create these creamy and comforting mashed potatoes--a staple in her home.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 187 Calories

Ingredients

• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 0.75 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1.5 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
• 0.25 cup Country Crock® Spread
• 0.25 cup half-and-half, warmed
• 1 tablespoon Country Crock® Spread

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Add the potatoes to a large saucepan and cover with cold water by at least 1 inch. Add the salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium and cook, partially covered, until the potatoes are very tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain and return the potatoes to the pan.

Step 2

Break up the potatoes with a potato masher or a handheld mixer on low speed. Gradually add Country Crock® Spread and beat until incorporated. Gradually add the cream cheese, and sour cream, beating well after each addition.

Step 3

Gradually stir in the warm half-and-half, 2 tablespoons at a time, until well incorporated and the potatoes are fluffy and light (you may not need all the half-and-half). Stir in the thyme and season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with remaining tablespoon Country Crock® Spread.