Italian Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 15

Creamy and irresistible Italian Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

285

Sugar

Fat

14g

If you're looking for a side dish that is easy to make and full of flavor, these Italian Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes are the perfect choice. The tangy and creamy flavor of buttermilk mixed with the Italian seasonings make these potatoes a crowd-pleaser. The dish can be served with your favorite meat and gravy, or as a standalone meal. The recipe is versatile enough that you can customize it to your tastes, such as using roasted garlic or adding a dash of cayenne pepper for some heat.

Instructions

1.	Peel potatoes and chop them into large chunks
2.	In a large pot, add potatoes and garlic cloves and enough water to cover them by one inch. Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
3.	Remove from heat and drain the potatoes. Return to the pot.
4.	Add butter, buttermilk, Italian seasoning, dried parsley, parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mash with a handheld potato masher or an electric mixer until there are no large lumps.
5.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These mashed potatoes are oh-so-creamy and bursting with flavorful herbs and spices.
The addition of buttermilk gives the dish a tangy twist that is irresistible to taste buds.
The recipe is very easy to follow and can be made in 30 minutes or less.

CONS

The use of butter and cheese in this recipe makes it high in calories and fat.
Additionally, people who are lactose intolerant may have to skip the buttermilk altogether.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this recipe is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as a side dish in moderation. Potatoes are a great source of potassium, which is essential for maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. Italian seasonings used in the recipe, such as parsley and oregano, have antibacterial and antioxidant properties that can help boost immunity.

	6 medium potatoes
	2 garlic cloves ( peeled )
	5 tablespoons butter
	1 cup low-fat buttermilk
	1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
	1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
	4 tablespoons parmesan cheese
	salt & pepper