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    July 23, 2019

    Mashed Potatoes with Skin

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    Kiss your vegetable peeler goodbye. There's no longer any need to peel those potatoes. In fact, it's actually better for you not to. Mashed Potatoes with Skin are smooth, creamy, and buttery, with speckled bites of texture thanks to the peel. 

    They're perfect for a quick and easy weeknight side dish, but especially wonderful for large holiday gatherings when time is of the essence!

    Mashed Potatoes with Skin served in a serving dish with handles.

    Bookmark these Potato Patties in your browser, and put any leftover mashed potatoes to excellent use the next day!

    Not only do making Mashed Potatoes with skin still intact cut back on the prep time, but this practice also adds vitamins and minerals to the potatoes' overall nutritional value. According to SF Gate, when you compare the skin of the potato to the potato's flesh gram-for-gram, it likely contains way more than you ever thought:

    [Potato skin] has double the amount of seven nutrients, five times more riboflavin, seven times the calcium and 17 times more iron than the same amount of flesh. 

    MASHED POTATOES WITH SKIN | INGREDIENT OPTIONS

    • Potatoes - Russet Potatoes will have thicker skin than most other potato varieties, so if you're a fan of texture, stick with the Russets! However, you could also use Red Potatoes and Yukon Golds for making Mashed Potatoes with skin. If this is the case, you'll only need to cut these potato varieties into 2-4 pieces before boiling.
    • Butter - Melted butter will incorporate easier into your mash. If desired, melt the butter in a microwave-safe pitcher at 30-second intervals. You can use unsalted or salted butter for making Mashed Potatoes with Skin. Note: If using salted butter, you will need to cut the indicated salt quantity and, rather, season to taste.
    • Cream - Heavy whipping cream will make your potatoes rich and decadently delicious, however, if you're counting calories, whole milk or half-and-half would make a fine substitute.
    • Kosher Salt and Pepper

    If this is your kind of recipe, check out our Mashed Sweet Potatoes next!

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    HOW TO MAKE MASHED POTATOES WITH SKIN

    1. Prep the Potatoes - There's no vegetable peeler needed here, but you'll want to give the skin a good scrub to remove any clinging dirt from the potato skin before boiling. Then, cut the potatoes into 1" chunks.
    2. Boil the Potatoes - Add your potatoes to a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 2". Place over high heat and bring to a boil. Once the potatoes are boiling, you may need to reduce the heat to prevent spillovers. Simmer until fork-tender, 20-25 minutes, and strain well.
    3. Add Ingredients and Mash! - Add butter, cream, salt, and pepper to the potatoes. Then, it's time to mash! You can use a wooden spoon, a whisk or a handheld mixer on low speed to mash your potatoes. 

    An overhead shot of Mashed Potatoes with Skin in a round serving dish.

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    Mashed Potatoes with Skin
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    Mashed Potatoes with Skin
    Prep Time
    10 mins
    Cook Time
    25 mins
    Total Time
    35 mins
     

    Mashed Potatoes with Skin are smooth, creamy and buttery, with speckled bites of texture (and let's not forget, added health benefits) thanks to the peel! 

    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Mashed Potatoes with Skin
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 238 kcal
    Author: Kelly Anthony
    Ingredients
    • 4 Russet potatoes scrubbed, quartered lengthwise and cut into 1” chunks
    • ½ cup unsalted, room temperature butter
    • ¼ cup heavy whipping cream, warmed (in the microwave is fine)
    • 1 ½ teaspoons  Kosher salt
    • ½ teaspoon  black pepper
    • 2 tablespoons minced chives (optional)
    Instructions
    1. Add potatoes to a medium-sized saucepan, fill to cover with water by 2 inches and place over medium-high heat. Allow to come to a boil and reduce to a rapid simmer. Simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.

    2. Strain the potatoes well and add them back into the pot along with the butter, cream, salt, pepper, and chives (if using) to the potatoes. You add up to a ¼ cup more cream for a smoother consistency, if desired.

    3. Mash using a wooden spoon, a whisk or a handheld mixer on low speed until smooth to your liking. Serve and enjoy.

    Nutrition Facts
    Mashed Potatoes with Skin
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 238 Calories from Fat 153
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 17g26%
    Saturated Fat 11g69%
    Cholesterol 51mg17%
    Sodium 371mg16%
    Potassium 455mg13%
    Carbohydrates 20g7%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 3g6%
    Vitamin A 606IU12%
    Vitamin C 7mg8%
    Calcium 28mg3%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    Comments

    1. Jacqueline Meldrum says

      August 14, 2019 at 8:51 pm

      You had me at potato. I could seriously eat that whole bowlful!

      Reply
    2. Lauren Vavala | DeliciousLittleBites says

      August 14, 2019 at 8:57 pm

      As I've gotten older, I really do love chunkier mashed potatoes with skin. Plus it's so much easier than having to peel them all! Great recipe!

      Reply
    3. Stephanie says

      August 14, 2019 at 8:57 pm

      Mashed potatoes are seriously one of my favorite comfort foods and these look amazing. Will be making these soon.

      Reply
    4. Chris Collins says

      August 14, 2019 at 9:04 pm

      I always keep the skins on with my mashed potatoes so this is right up my street! So yum!

      Reply
    5. Shivani Raja says

      August 14, 2019 at 10:05 pm

      I always always ALWAYS leave the skin on! #teamskin 🙂 p.s. love the idea of adding chives!

      Reply
    6. Heidy L. McCallum says

      August 23, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      I am so glad to see I am not the only one who does this. I love using red potatoes for my recipe. I love how simple and to the point your recipe is and I can't wait to try it with Russet potatoes instead of my usual. Headed to the store now for some fresh potatoes to whip up a batch.

      Reply
      • Sonia says

        August 23, 2019 at 3:11 pm

        Oh my goodness! This looks absolutely delicious I have never tried making it with skin on.. wi definitely try it 🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    7. Tisha says

      August 23, 2019 at 1:49 pm

      We always leave a few skins in our mashed potatoes! Such a perfect comfort dish recipe!

      Reply
    8. Traci says

      August 23, 2019 at 1:59 pm

      Ohhhh how scrumptious! We're mashed potato-crazed over here and the no-peel no-hassle is the ONLY way we roll! Thanks for another great recipe 🙂

      Reply
    9. Lisa Huff says

      August 23, 2019 at 2:11 pm

      Love how creamy these look! Saving these mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving! Perfect!

      Reply
    10. Anita says

      November 11, 2019 at 7:49 pm

      You can leave the skin on? I'm definitely going with this route from now on. Saves so much work, and tastes yummy. 🙂

      Reply
    11. Aimee Mars says

      November 11, 2019 at 8:14 pm

      I'm all for adding some extra vitamins to any dish, but really I just prefer having the skin mashed right in with my potatoes. I often eat the skin of a baked potato too! This is a great recipe.

      Reply
    12. Vicky says

      November 11, 2019 at 8:17 pm

      I've always liked the look and taste of mashed potatoes with skin. What I hadn't considered was what you mentioned about the added vitamins and minerals found in the skin. This recipe is a win all the way around!

      Reply
    13. Jenn says

      November 11, 2019 at 8:56 pm

      I love me some mashed taters, but hadn't thought to use the skin before. What a great idea! I'm going to try this tonight!

      Reply
    14. Andrea Metlika says

      January 02, 2020 at 4:09 pm

      This is a great change up from regular mashed potatoes and a perfect side dish.

      Reply
    15. Courtney | Love & Good Stuff says

      January 02, 2020 at 4:31 pm

      I ALWAYS leave the skin on when making mashed potatoes! I love the nutritional value they give to the dish as well as the added texture.

      Reply
    16. Erika says

      January 02, 2020 at 5:10 pm

      I love leaving the skins on my mashed potatoes!

      Reply
    17. Veena Azmanov says

      January 02, 2020 at 5:57 pm

      Delicious, flavorful, creamy, buttery, healthy and yum. My kids to love it at all their meals.

      Reply
    18. Jacqueline Debono says

      January 02, 2020 at 6:19 pm

      I love potatoes with the skin on but have actually never used them for mash! On my to make list!

      Reply
    19. Byenia says

      March 31, 2020 at 12:00 am

      Did you mean to write only 4 russet potatoes in the instructions? Because that's what I had on hand and used, which wouldn't have been enough combined with that much butter and heavy cream. I added 12 oz. of cauliflower (frozen then boiled until tender) to mix in to give the recipe more body and probably could've used another 12 oz. The taste was great though regardless, and I would make this recipe again with some altering of the ratios.

      Reply
      • Kelly Anthony says

        March 31, 2020 at 12:46 pm

        Hi Byenia! 4 potatoes are correct, but I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe and made it your own!

        Reply
    20. adriana says

      April 16, 2020 at 8:56 pm

      I love potatoes, and this recipe for mashed potatoes is fantastic genuinely recommend. It is so scrumptious.

      Reply
    21. Anita says

      April 16, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      I have been keeping the skin intact when making mashed potatoes because of your recipe. It saves time, and I actually prefer it that way. 🙂

      Reply
    22. Shadi Hasanzadenemati says

      April 16, 2020 at 10:10 pm

      I tried your recipe last night and loved it! Can't wait to make it again!

      Reply
    23. Roxana says

      April 16, 2020 at 10:10 pm

      This is simple and easy recipe. I loved the mashed potatoes with the skin on.

      Reply
    24. Krissy Allori says

      April 16, 2020 at 10:37 pm

      I love my mashed potatoes with skin on. It's how my mama always made them so I do too. My whole family likes them that way.

      Reply

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