These mashed potatoes with skin provide added nutrition in every bite and can be made with any type of spud for a simple and delicious side dish.
Preparation Time
15 mins
Cooking Time
20 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Calories
203 Calories
Recipe Instructions
Step 1
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook potatoes in boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
Step 2
Add butter to the bowl; use a potato masher or electric mixer to mash potato mixture until mostly smooth. Add milk and sour cream; continue mashing to desired texture. Be careful not to overmix potatoes once they are creamy.
Step 3
Stir garlic and basil into mashed potatoes. Season with salt and pepper.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons sour cream
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 teaspoons chopped garlic
2 teaspoons dried basil
2 pounds russet baking potatoes, unpeeled and cubed
