Description
These Best Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes are creamy, flavorful, and effortlessly fluffy, made with Yukon gold potatoes, rich butter, tangy buttermilk, and fresh dill for a comforting side dish that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt (divided, or more to taste)
- 2 bay leaves
Mashed Potato Mix
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cups buttermilk, at room temperature
- 4 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped (plus more for garnish)
Garnish
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Additional fresh dill
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Place the peeled and cut Yukon gold potatoes into a large pot. Cover them with cold water, ensuring the water rises just above the potatoes.
- Season Water: Add 1 tablespoon of kosher salt and the bay leaves to the water, enhancing the potatoes’ flavor as they cook.
- Cook Potatoes: Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the potatoes simmer gently until tender enough to be easily pierced with a fork—this typically takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain and Prep for Mashing: Drain the potatoes and discard the bay leaves. Return the drained potatoes back to the pot to prepare for mashing.
- Add Butter and Mash: Add 6 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the hot potatoes. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.
- Incorporate Buttermilk: Pour in the room temperature buttermilk and stir with a spoon until the mixture becomes fully incorporated and fluffy.
- Season and Add Dill: Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the salt as needed. Stir in the freshly chopped dill for a burst of herbal freshness.
- Garnish and Serve: Serve the mashed potatoes hot, topped with the remaining 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter and a sprinkle of extra dill. Enjoy this comforting side dish immediately.
Notes
- Yukon gold potatoes work best for creamy mashed potatoes due to their natural buttery flavor and smooth texture.
- Room temperature buttermilk helps achieve a smoother consistency and prevents the mixture from cooling too much during mixing.
- Adjust the salt according to your taste preferences; kosher salt is preferred for seasoning during boiling.
- Fresh dill adds a bright and subtle herbal note; feel free to substitute with chives or parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately for best texture; if need be, keep warm on low heat but stir gently before serving to maintain creaminess.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: buttermilk mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, side dish, easy mashed potatoes, dill mashed potatoes
