All you need is 5 ingredients and 10 min prep work for the BEST and EASIEST mashed potatoes ever! A must for the holidays!
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Ingredients
2poundsred potatoes
4clovesgarlic, peeled
11-ounce package Ranch Seasoning and Salad Dressing Mix
⅓cuphalf and half*, or more, as needed
2tablespoonsunsalted butter
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2tablespoonschopped fresh chives
Instructions
Place potatoes and garlic in a large stockpot or Dutch oven; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain well and return to the stockpot.
Add Ranch Seasoning, half and half and butter; season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Using an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, blend potatoes until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. If the mixture is too thick, add more half and half as needed until desired consistency is reached.
Serve immediately, garnished with chives, if desired.
Notes
*Half and half is equal parts of whole milk and cream. For 1 cup half and half, you can substitute 3/4 cup whole milk + 1/4 cup heavy cream or 2/3 cup skim or low-fat milk + 1/3 cup heavy cream.