Red Skin Mashed Potatoes with Mascarpone
These Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes are the ultimate comforting side dish. Made with skin-on red-skinned potatoes for a sweet flavor and creamy, yet rustic texture and rich mascarpone cheese that makes them extra creamy and satisfying.
Servings: 6
Calories: 271kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs red skinned potatoes skin-on, cut into large cubes
- 2 cloves garlic peeled
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for salting the water
- ½ cup whole milk plus more as needed
- 4 tablespoons butter plus an extra pat for garnish (optional)
- freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 4 ounces mascarpone cheese room temperature
Instructions
- Add the potatoes and garlic to a large pot and cover with cold water and a generous pinch of salt. Cover and bring up to a boil, then simmer until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While the potatoes cook, add the milk and butter to a small saucepan and warm over low heat until the butter has melted.
- When the potatoes can easily be pierced with a fork, they’re done. Drain and let them steam for several minutes to remove some moisture.
- Add the potatoes and garlic to a large bowl, then add 1 teaspoon of salt and black pepper to taste, then use a hand masher to mash the potatoes a bit to get them started.
- Pour in the milk and butter mixture, then continue mashing until it’s incorporated.
- Add the mascarpone and continue mashing until the potatoes are fluffy and creamy, but still have some chunks remaining. Add in a little more milk as needed, one splash at a time, until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Taste for seasoning and adjust as needed. Transfer to a serving bowl, then top with a pat of salted butter if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Cut potatoes into similarly sized large cubes so they cook evenly.
- Make sure the garlic cloves are fully mashed so there are no big chunks.
- To remove excess water from the potatoes, allow them to steam after drained.
- Be careful not to over-mash the potatoes. Overworking the potatoes can cause them to turn gummy and ruin the texture.
- If you don’t love garlic, you can omit it altogether or remove the cloves after cooking to mellow the flavor.
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Keep them warm in a slow cooker on the warm setting for parties and gatherings.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 493mg | Potassium: 725mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 541IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg
