Description
This Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes recipe elevates classic mashed potatoes with a rich and nutty twist. Yukon gold potatoes are simmered until tender, then mashed with warm milk and perfectly browned butter infused with garlic and thyme. The result is a creamy, flavorful side dish perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
Brown Butter Mixture
- 8 tablespoons salted butter, divided
- 4 garlic cloves, finely minced
- ¾ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 ½ teaspoons salt, divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Other
- ¾-1 cup milk, warmed
- Fresh thyme for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Add the peeled and chopped potatoes to a large pot and cover with water by about 1 inch. Sprinkle in 1 ½ teaspoons of salt. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 10-15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes in a colander and set aside.
- Brown the Butter: Return the empty pot to medium heat and add all 8 tablespoons of butter. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes until the butter turns golden brown and releases a nutty aroma. Be attentive as it can brown quickly. Remove from heat and reserve 2 tablespoons of this brown butter for serving.
- Add Garlic and Seasonings: Stir the finely minced garlic into the remaining brown butter in the pot, cooking and stirring constantly for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Mix in the dried thyme, remaining 1 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper until evenly combined.
- Mash Potatoes: Return the drained potatoes to the pot with the brown butter mixture. Pour in ¾ cup of warmed milk and mash together using a potato masher or large fork until smooth. Add more milk as needed to reach your preferred consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the mashed potatoes onto plates and drizzle with the reserved 2 tablespoons of brown butter. Garnish with fresh thyme and additional salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Keep a close eye on the butter as it browns to avoid burning.
- Use Yukon gold potatoes for the creamiest and most flavorful results.
- Adjust milk quantity to achieve your desired mashed potato consistency.
- Fresh thyme garnish is optional but adds a lovely herbaceous aroma.
- This recipe can be doubled or halved easily to accommodate different serving sizes.
