With our Parmesan Mashed Potatoes recipe, prepare for the creamiest, cheesiest mashed potatoes ever. It's a simple and satisfying side dish that'll steal the show at your next meal.
For more Potato-inspired recipes, check out these Roasted Potatoes, Potato Hash, Spicy Potato Wedges, Baked Garlic Potato Wedges, and Russian Potato Salad.
How to Make Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
Peel the potatoes, cut them into 1-inch cubes, and place them in a large pot of boiling water. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until tender.
Drain the potatoes well, reserving ½ cup of the cooking water. Return the potatoes to the same pot, and stir over low heat until thoroughly dried, about 1 minute.
Remove from heat and add the butter to the pot. Season with 1-½ teaspoons kosher salt and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, or adjust to taste, and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
Add the heavy cream and cooking water until the ingredients are well incorporated and the potatoes reach your desired consistency, then switch to a rubber spatula to smooth any remaining pockets.
Fold in the freshly grated parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Yukon Gold , Russet, or Red Potatoes
- 8 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into pieces
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- 1-½ to 2 teaspoons kosher salt , adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ to 1-½ cups heavy cream or half-and-half , adjust the amount according to the creaminess and thickness that you prefer
- ½ cup cooking water or heavy cream
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes cut them into 1-inch cubes, and place them in a large pot of boiling water. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 15 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Drain the potatoes well, reserving ½ cup of the cooking water. Return the potatoes to the same pot, and stir over low heat until potatoes are thoroughly dried, about 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, and add the butter to the pot —season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper or adjust to taste and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
- Add the heavy cream and cooking water in stages until the ingredients are well-incorporated and the potatoes reach your desired consistency, then switch to a rubber spatula to smooth any remaining pockets. Fold in the freshly grated parmesan cheese. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Notes
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
