Crème Fraîche and Chive Mashed Potatoes

These Crème Fraîche and Chive Mashed Potatoes are rich, creamy and delicious. Yukon gold potatoes are combined with butter, crème fraîche and snipped fresh chives for a simple yet decadent side dish. Yields 12 (1/2 cup) or 8 (3/4 cup) servings.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword Christmas, easy recipe, Thanksgiving, winter holiday

Prep Time 25

Cook Time 35

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Calories 195

Author Laurie McNamara

Equipment

OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Potato Ricer

Ingredients

3 pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes peeled or unpeeled (see notes)
1/2 cup unsalted butter room temperature
8 ounces Crème Fraîche
3 tablespoons snipped fresh chives divided
kosher salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste
milk or heavy cream for reaching desired consistency
1 tablespoon butter melted, for serving

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Cut the potatoes into sixths or eighths (depending on size) and add to a 4 to 6 quart pot. Adds 1 teaspoon kosher salt and cover with cold water by 1 to 2 inches. Cover, bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until fork tender, about 30 minutes.
Once tender, drain potatoes into a colander and work in batches, ricing the potatoes back into the pot. Add in butter and cover for 10 minutes. Then add the crème fraîche, stirring to combine. If a loser consistency is desired, stir in a little milk or heavy cream.
Lastly, stir in 2 tablespoons snipped chives, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spoon into a serving bowl, drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with remaining snipped chives.

Notes

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on SimplyScratch.com should only be used as a general guideline.

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