Popeyes Mashed Potatoes
A smooth, creamy, and flavorful mashed potatoes dish inspired by the beloved Popeyes style. Made with Yukon Gold potatoes, garlic, butter, olive oil, milk, and cream, this recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and pairs perfectly with any main course.
8
Serving
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes approximately 8 medium-sized potatoes
- 8 garlic cloves or 1 to 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy whipped cream
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
- Large mixing bowl
- Wooden potato masher
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cups
- Lid for saucepan
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel and roughly chop the Yukon Gold potatoes. Rinse the pieces thoroughly under cold water. Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and cover with water.
- Step 2: Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Add the garlic cloves (or garlic powder) and salt. Reduce the heat to a simmer.
- Step 3: Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook the potatoes for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes and garlic are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Step 4: Drain the potatoes thoroughly. Return them to the saucepan over high heat for 2 minutes to allow any remaining moisture to evaporate.
- Step 5: Transfer the potatoes to a large mixing bowl. Using a wooden potato masher, mash the potatoes until smooth and no lumps remain.
- Step 6: In the same saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the olive oil, milk, and heavy whipped cream. Stir until the mixture is warmed through and well combined.
- Step 7: Gradually add the mashed potatoes to the saucepan, stirring gently to incorporate. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until smooth.
- Step 8: Add additional garlic if desired. Season with salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste.
- Step 9: Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and serve warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, reduce the amount of milk and cream or substitute with a lower-fat alternative. These mashed potatoes are excellent served with Cajun or onion gravy, and they pair well with a variety of proteins or vegetable mains.
Nutrition
Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 24mg | Sodium: 911mg | Potassium: 1071mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 286IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 2mg