Perfect Mashed Potatoes

By gilligan1963

Ingredients

• 3 lb. potatoes (about 4 large, combo of russets and Yukon golds)
• kosher salt
• 1 stick butter, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
• 1/2 c. milk
• 1/2 c. sour cream
• Freshly ground black pepper

Details

Servings 1
Preparation time 25mins
Cooking time 30mins
Adapted from delish.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a large pot, cover potatoes with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until totally soft, 16 to18 minutes. Drain and return to pot.
Use a potato masher to mash potatoes until smooth.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter and milk until warm.
Pour over warm milk-butter mixture and stir until completely combined and creamy. Add sour cream and stir until combined.
Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer potatoes to a serving bowl and top with butter. Season with more pepper and serve.