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Creamy Small-Batch Mashed Potatoes for Two – Best Family Recipe

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This creamy small-batch mashed potatoes recipe is perfectly portioned for two, unbelievably creamy, and comes together in about 30 minutes. It’s the kind of side dish that makes a Tuesday night dinner feel like a special occasion, without the waste or the stress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (about 450g) Yukon Gold potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons (½ stick or 56g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¼ cup (60ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 2 ounces (about 56g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ teaspoon salt, plus more for the cooking water
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • Optional garnish: Chopped fresh chives or parsley

Instructions

  1. Prep the Potatoes (5 minutes): Scrub the Yukon Gold potatoes clean. No need to peel them! Cut the potatoes into uniform 1-inch chunks.
  2. Boil the Potatoes (15-20 minutes): Place the potato chunks in your medium saucepan and cover them with cold water by about 1 inch. Add a generous tablespoon of salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  3. Drain and Dry (2 minutes): Drain the potatoes in a colander. Return the empty pot to the stove over low heat for about 30 seconds to dry it out. Then, return the drained potatoes to the hot, dry pot. Let them sit for about 1 minute, shaking the pot occasionally.
  4. Mash the Potatoes (3 minutes): Turn off the heat. Add the softened butter and cream cheese to the hot potatoes. Start mashing with your potato masher, using a gentle, rocking motion, until the butter and cream cheese are mostly melted and the potatoes are broken down.
  5. Add the Milk and Seasonings (2 minutes): Pour in the warmed milk, salt, and pepper. Continue mashing and folding with your spatula until everything is combined and you’ve reached your desired consistency. Taste and adjust the seasoning.
  6. Serve Immediately (1 minute): Spoon the mashed potatoes into a warm serving bowl. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley, if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Don’t overwork the potatoes to avoid a gluey texture. Warm your dairy before adding. The cream cheese is a secret ingredient for extra creaminess. Salt the cooking water generously. Serve immediately for best results.

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Keywords: mashed potatoes, small batch, for two, creamy, easy, quick, Yukon Gold, comfort food, side dish

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