Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives is an absolute delight from Cooking Light, offering a heavenly taste that allows for guilt-free indulgence 🥔🌿. Despite the recipe suggesting it’s suitable for 10 servings, my family of 6, who happen to be avid fans of this dish, found it just enough to satisfy our cravings.
This recipe falls under the potato category and boasts keywords like “Cheese,” “Vegetable,” “Kosher,” “Christmas,” “Hanukkah,” “Thanksgiving,” “<30 Mins," "Stove Top," and "Easy," making it versatile and perfect for various occasions and dietary preferences.
Let’s dive into the culinary adventure of creating this mouthwatering dish!
| Total Time | Prep Time | Cook Time |
|---|---|---|
| 20 minutes | 10 minutes | 10 minutes |
Ingredients:
- 3 Yukon gold potatoes
- 2/3 cup nonfat milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2/3 cup light cream cheese with chives and onions
Instructions:
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Begin by placing the Yukon gold potatoes in a Dutch oven and covering them with water. Bring the water to a vigorous boil over high heat, ensuring the potatoes are fully submerged.
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Once the water reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to medium and allow the potatoes to simmer gently for approximately 10 minutes or until they become tender. You’ll know they’re ready when you can easily pierce them with a fork.
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Carefully drain the potatoes using a colander, ensuring all excess water is removed.
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Return the drained potatoes to the Dutch oven. Now, it’s time to infuse them with creaminess and flavor. Pour in the nonfat milk and sprinkle in the salt, evenly distributing these ingredients among the potatoes.
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With the help of a trusty potato masher, mash the potato mixture to your desired consistency. Some prefer their mashed potatoes smooth and creamy, while others enjoy a slightly chunkier texture. Mash away until you achieve the perfect balance for your palate.
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Once the potatoes are mashed to perfection, it’s time to elevate their flavor profile with the addition of light cream cheese infused with chives and onions. Gently fold the cream cheese into the potato mixture, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout.
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As the cream cheese melts into the warm mashed potatoes, it creates a luscious, creamy texture with bursts of savory chive and onion flavors.
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Once the cheese is fully incorporated, give the mashed potatoes a final stir to ensure all the ingredients are well combined.
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Serve the Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives piping hot, garnished with additional chopped chives for a touch of freshness and visual appeal.
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Whether it’s a holiday gathering, a weeknight dinner, or a cozy family meal, these Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Chives are sure to steal the show and leave everyone craving more. Enjoy the creamy goodness and savor every spoonful of this irresistible comfort food!
