Horseradish Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Learn how to make creamy horseradish mashed potatoes with Yukon gold potatoes. A flavorful twist on a classic side dish.
Equipment
- Large pot
- Sautee pan
- Strainer
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 5 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
- 10 tbs unsalted butter divided
- ¾ cup half and half
- 2 tbs garlic finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1½ teaspoons ground black pepper
Instructions
Instructions:
- Boil the cut, peeled Yukon gold potatoes until fork tender (about 20-25 minutes in a large pot.
- Strain the potatoes and return to the same pot.
- Mash the potatoes. It is fine to leave them slightly lumpy, as you can mash further.
- In a sauté pan, melt 8 tablespoon of the unsalted butter over medium heat before adding the garlic and sautéing until fragrant (30 seconds to 1 minute).
- Reduce the heat to medium-low, and add the half-and-half to the sauté pan.
- Mix the milk into the garlic butter gently using a whisk until fully combined. This is homemade heavy cream.
- Add the homemade heavy cream to the mashed potatoes.
- Gently stir the heavy cream into the mashed potatoes until fully incorporated.
- Add the salt and pepper to the pot of potatoes.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, and horseradish before transferring to a serving bowl.
- Once transferred to a serving bowl, place cut pieces of 2 tbs of butter on top of the cooked, hot mashed potatoes
- Garnish the buttered mashed potatoes with chopped chives.
Notes
Ingredient Substitutions
- Yukon Gold → Russet potatoes for fluffier texture.
- Half and Half→ Heavy cream or whole milk.
- Prepared horseradish → Freshly grated (use less, it's stronger).
- Butter → Brown butter for added depth.
Recipe Variations
- Homestyle Horseradish Mashed Potatoes: Leave the skins on for a more rustic texture.
- Garlic Horseradish Mashed Potatoes: Add roasted garlic for a mellow sweetness that balances the sharpness.
- Cheddar Horseradish Mashed Potatoes: Fold in sharp cheddar for a richer, steakhouse-style version.
- Loaded Horseradish Mash: Add bacon, chives, and sour cream to turn it into a full-on side-dish centerpiece.
- Horseradish Cream Mash: Use horseradish cream instead of straight horseradish for a milder, smoother flavor.
- Start potatoes in cold salted water for even cooking.
- Don't overmix the potatoes to avoid a gummy texture
- Warm the half-and-half and butter before adding them for a smoother consistency.
- Use a potato ricer instead of a masher. It gives you that silky, restaurant-quality texture without overworking the starch.
- Add the horseradish gradually and taste as you go.
- Serve alongside roasted beef, prime rib, grilled steak, or pork chops with a green vegetable for a classic restaurant-style meal.
- Serve with roasted chicken, ham, or turkey for a flavorful upgrade
- Pair with braised short ribs or hearty stews to complete the meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 226mgPotassium: 833mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 38mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
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