Gordon Ramsay Perfect Mashed Potatoes Recipe
These perfect mashed potatoes, inspired by Gordon Ramsay’s method, are smooth, buttery, and rich, elevating a classic comfort food into a refined and irresistible side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: British
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk
- 1 tsp sea salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp white pepper (or black pepper)
- Optional: 1–2 cloves garlic (puréed), 2 tbsp chopped chives, or 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Instructions
- Peel and chop potatoes into even chunks.
- Place in a pot with cold salted water, bring to a boil, then simmer 15–20 minutes until tender.
- Drain well and return to hot pot for 1–2 minutes to steam off moisture.
- Pass potatoes through a ricer or mash gently by hand.
- Heat cream and butter in a small saucepan until melted and warm.
- Fold warm butter and cream into the mashed potatoes until smooth and fluffy.
- Season with salt and pepper. Mix in optional garlic, chives, or Parmesan if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use warm cream and butter to ensure smooth blending.
- Steam off excess water after draining to prevent watery mash.
- For ultra-smooth texture, use a ricer or food mill.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
