I’ve often said that mashed potatoes are my favorite food group, and Ina Garten has plenty of delicious ways to elevate your potato game for Thanksgiving!
You can’t go wrong with the classic combo of potatoes, butter, cream, salt, and pepper. But why stop there?
Ina turns up the volume with recipes that layer in truffle butter, roasted garlic, sour cream, goat cheese, Parmesan, basil, and even a hint of lemon. She’s got eight mashed potato recipes in total, and while they’re all delicious, there’s one I make every chance I get …
1. Truffled Mashed Potatoes
Foolproof, page 187 (Recipe)
RATING: 5/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 4.9
I’m not sure you’ll ever need another mashed potato recipe after this one! It shows up at nearly every Thanksgiving because people specifically request it. They’re unbelievably creamy – truly an absolute dream.
2. Parmesan Smashed Potatoes
Barefoot Contessa Cookbook, page 158 (Recipe)
RATING: 5/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 4.4
I love that you don’t have to peel the red potatoes for this recipe, as the skins are so thin. The mix of half-and-half, sour cream, and Parmesan makes for a mash that’s wonderfully rich and full of flavor.
3. Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Barefoot in Paris, page 166 (Recipe)
RATING: 5/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 4.2
Who doesn’t love a garlic-forward recipe? In this dish, a whole head of garlic is cooked until it’s tender and golden, then mashed right in with the potatoes. Pure comfort.
4. Potato Basil Puree
How Easy Is That, page 188 (Recipe)
RATING: 5/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 4.6
Maybe not the first pick for Thanksgiving, but it’s a phenomenal recipe. The basil-Parmesan cream sauce is so good, you’ll completely forget there’s no butter involved.
5. Make-Ahead Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Make It Ahead, page 157 (Recipe)
RATING: 5/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 4.7
I love that you can make this one ahead of time, and the tangy goat cheese is such a delicious addition!
6. Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Barefoot Contessa at Home, page 143 (Recipe)
RATING: 5/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 4.3
A simple, no-fuss recipe that’s extra creamy thanks to a splash of buttermilk.
7. Puréed Potatoes with Lemon
Modern Comfort Food, page 174 (Recipe)
RATING: 4/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: NA
I never would’ve thought to add lemon to mashed potatoes, but it’s such a clever way to cut through the richness and brighten everything up.
8. Mashed Potatoes & Gravy
Family Style, page 118 (Recipe)
RATING: 4/5 | FOOD NETWORK RATING: 3.9
A classic, no-frills recipe – simple, delicious, and dependable. Nothing groundbreaking, but honestly, you can’t go wrong with the basics!
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