Thanksgiving Harvest Mashed Potatoes
Celebrate Thanksgiving with a delicious twist on a classic side dish. These creamy mashed potatoes combine the buttery goodness of Russet, Yukon Gold, and red potatoes, whipped to fluffy perfection with a touch of milk and reserved potato water. Garnished with fresh herbs and the smoky kick of Merquén, these potatoes bring warmth and depth to your holiday feast. Whether you choose to add garlic for extra flavor or keep it simple, this dish pairs beautifully with turkey, gravy, and all your favorite Thanksgiving traditions.
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6-8 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pounds of potatoes (Russet, Yukon Gold, and red potatoes), peeled and washed
- 12 tablespoons (3/4 cup) salted butter
- 1/4 cup milk (or more, depending on desired consistency)
- 1/4 cup reserved potato boiling water (or more, if needed)
- 1 teaspoon ground pepper
- Herbs or Merquén (for garnish)
- Salt, to taste
- Optional: 1–2 minced garlic cloves (for added flavor)
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes:
Fill a large pot with water and bring it to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt, then add the peeled and washed potatoes. Boil for about 20 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork. - Reserve some water:
Carefully remove the potatoes from the pot and set them aside. Reserve 1/4 cup of the potato boiling water. - Mash the potatoes:
Using a potato masher or hand mixer, mash the potatoes with butter, a little milk, and some of the reserved water. Adjust the milk and water until you reach your desired creamy consistency. - Season:
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Garnish with fresh herbs or a sprinkle of Merquén for an added layer of flavor. - Optional flavor:
For an extra kick, stir in 1 or 2 minced garlic cloves while mashing for a subtle but delicious depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes