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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Skin on Mashed Potatoes

    Published on July 26, 2020 - Updated on April 12, 2022 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These Skin on Mashed Potatoes are super easy to make and make a great side dish with Beef, Chicken or Pork.
    skin on mashed potatoes

    Here's a super simple recipe for making Skin on Mashed Potatoes. The perfect side for Chicken, Steak, Meatloaf or even Corned Beef!

    red potatoes in boiling water
    Red Potatoes in Boiling Water

    So why keep the skin on you ask? Well the outer skin of a potato contains good amounts of fiber and nutrients. Plus the red potatoes skins give your mashed potatoes a little color.

    skin on mashed potatoes

    Don't forget to wash your potatoes! Since we are leaving the skin on for this recipe, it is very important that you clean the potatoes before using them. Rinsing them under cold water and giving them a quick scrub should do the trick. If they are especially dirty, you might want to let them sit in water for a few minutes before scrubbing.

    skin on mashed potatoes

    If you don't have any heavy cream on hand, you can substitute for some milk in a pinch without altering the overall flavor. You could also use Buttermilk but this will give them a slightly different flavor.

    skin on mashed potatoes

    I usually use Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes when making mashed potatoes as I did in my Vodka Mashed Potatoes, my Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and my Jalapeño Mashed Potatoes but this recipe specifically calls for Red Potatoes.

    In a pinch, I'm sure you could substitute for a different potato but since I almost always have red potatoes on hand, I've only made this recipe with red potatoes. But feel free to experiment!

    For more great recipes like this one, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • Mexican Mashed Potatoes
    • Instant Pot Bacon and Cheese Mashed Potatoes
    • How to Cook Spaghetti Squash
    • Jalapeño Mashed Potatoes
    • Mexican Potato Salad

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Skin on Mashed Potatoes recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Red Potatoes, Unsalted Butter, Heavy Cream, Salt and Ground Black Pepper.

    🥣 How to make Skin on Mashed Potatoes

    In a large pot, place the cut potatoes and cover with water. Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
    Add a large pinch of salt to the water and bring to a boil once again. uncovered over medium-high heat until the potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.
    Drain the potatoes using a colander and return to the pot.
    Off the heat, lightly mash the potatoes. Add the butter and milk and mash until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

    Skin on Mashed Potatoes

    Skin on Mashed Potatoes

    These Skin on Mashed Potatoes are super easy to make and make a great side dish with Beef, Chicken or Pork.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 12
    Calories 363 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 6 lbs Red Potatoes, cut into 2 inch chunks
    • 1 Cup Unsalted Butter, softened
    • 1 Cup Heavy Cream
    • Salt and Pepper, to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • In a large pot, place the cut potatoes and cover with water. Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
    • Add a large pinch of salt to the water and bring to a boil once again. uncovered over medium-high heat until the potatoes are tender, about 25 minutes.
    • Drain the potatoes using a colander and return to the pot.
    • Off the heat, lightly mash the potatoes. Add the butter and milk and mash until incorporated. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 363kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 68mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 1051mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 780IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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