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Decadent Creamy Buttermilk Christmas Potatoes You'll Crave

These Decadent Creamy Buttermilk Christmas Potatoes bring warmth and comfort to your holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Potato masher

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes

  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes Quartered
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Total, divided
  • 3/4 cup Buttermilk Total, divided
  • 1 cup Water For boiling
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese For a cheesy variation
  • Fresh Herbs (like Rosemary or Chives) For flavor enhancement
  • Crispy Fried Onions For topping

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • In a large pot, add quartered Yukon Gold potatoes, unsalted butter, buttermilk, water, baking soda, and a generous pinch of salt. Stir gently and bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
  • Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Allow the potatoes to simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until they’re tender when pierced with a fork. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the lid, increase the heat to medium, and continue cooking for an additional 3 minutes, letting some of the excess liquid evaporate.
  • Off the heat, add the remaining butter and use a potato masher to mash until smooth.
  • Gradually fold in the remaining buttermilk and taste for seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  • For a cheesy twist, stir in shredded cheddar cheese just before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently to maintain creamy texture. Can be frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Buttermilk, Christmas, comfort food, mashed potatoes, Potatoes, Side Dish
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