Description
Creamy Buttermilk Christmas Potatoes are the ultimate holiday side dish that combines fluffy Yukon Gold potatoes with tangy buttermilk and rich butter. This easy-to-make recipe offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, making it a festive favorite for gatherings with family and friends. With its creamy consistency and vibrant herbs, this dish is sure to impress every guest at your holiday table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks, then rinse under cold water.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes). Drain well.
- Allow the potatoes to steam dry for about 5 minutes.
- In a bowl, combine drained potatoes with buttermilk and butter, mashing until smooth but slightly chunky.
- Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with fresh herbs before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg