Description
Quick, creamy instant mashed potatoes upgraded with simple ingredients to taste homemade.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces instant mashed potato flakes
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Combine milk and chicken broth in a medium saucepan. Heat over medium heat until you reach a gentle boil, stirring often.
- Boil the liquid gently for 2 minutes, then remove the pan from the heat.
- Pour the hot liquid into a large mixing bowl.
- Add the potato flakes and stir until all flakes are wet.
- Let the potatoes stand for 5 minutes to fully hydrate.
- Use a hand mixer on medium speed for 1 minute to fluff the potatoes.
- Add melted butter, salt, pepper, sour cream, cream cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Mix on medium speed until the potatoes are smooth with few lumps.
- Taste the potatoes and add more seasoning if you wish, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Add extra warm milk if you want a thinner texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop mixing
- Cuisine: American