This recipe for chive mashed potatoes is sure to become a new favorite in your household. You can leave the potato skins on, resulting in chunky and attractive mashed potatoes that burst with flavor. The addition of flavored cream cheese is a delightful twist that sets these potatoes apart from traditional mashed potato recipes.
Trust me, once you try these chive mashed potatoes, you won’t want to go back to plain old mashed potatoes!
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds small red potatoes
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions:
- Place potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until tender.
- Drain potatoes and transfer to a large bowl. Add butter, chives, salt, and pepper; mash until smooth.
- Serve the chive smashed potatoes hot and enjoy!
Note: You can leave the skins on the potatoes for added texture and nutrition, or you can peel them if you prefer a smoother texture.
Nutritional Facts
2/3 cup: 219 calories, 11g fat (7g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 428mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.