Mashed Potatoes With Cream Cheese (Print-Friendly Version)

Creamy, melt-in-your-mouth mashed potatoes mixed with cream cheese. Ideal for holiday or weeknight sides.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

01 - 1 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

02 - 100 g cream cheese (room temperature)

03 - 2 tablespoons butter (room temperature)

04 - ½ cup milk (room temperature)

05 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste

06 - Salt to taste

01 - Peel the potatoes, cut them into 1-inch cubes, rinse, and place them in a pot with cold water and a pinch of salt.

02 - Bring the pot of water to a rapid boil on high heat, then reduce to medium-low and cook until the potatoes are tender.

03 - Drain the cooked potatoes, then add cream cheese, butter, milk, black pepper, and optional seasonings. Mash until smooth and fluffy.

04 - Add more milk if needed and adjust salt and pepper to taste. Serve warm.

01 - For the best result, bring the cream cheese, butter, and milk to room temperature before adding to the hot potatoes.

02 - Ensure potatoes are cooked until tender before mashing.

03 - Use a potato ricer, masher, or hand mixer for the desired consistency.

04 - Optional: Add flavors like spring onions or herbs to enhance the dish.