Imagine a side dish so irresistibly creamy, perfectly seasoned, and bursting with flavor that it steals the spotlight from the main course. These Everything Seasoned Red Skin Mashed Potatoes are not just a simple side dish - they're a culinary experience that transforms an ordinary meal into an extraordinary feast. By keeping the nutrient-rich skins on and adding the trendy everything bagel seasoning, you'll create a mouthwatering potato creation that's both rustic and gourmet.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs red skin potatoes, quartered
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tsp everything bagel seasoning
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash the red skin potatoes, leaving the skin intact, and cut them into quarters of roughly equal size to ensure even cooking.
- Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover completely with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water to enhance flavor during boiling.
- Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat, then reduce to medium-high and continue cooking for 15-18 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender when pierced with a knife.
- While potatoes are cooking, warm the milk and butter together in a small saucepan over low heat, ensuring the butter melts completely without scalding the milk.
- Once potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly in a colander, then return them to the hot pot to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
- Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer, gradually adding the warm milk and butter mixture until reaching desired creamy consistency.
- Sprinkle the everything bagel seasoning over the mashed potatoes and gently fold to distribute evenly throughout the mixture.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed, then transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with a light sprinkle of extra everything bagel seasoning.
Tips
- Keep potato sizes consistent when quartering to ensure even cooking
- Start with cold water when boiling potatoes to help them cook more evenly
- Let potatoes sit in the hot pot after draining to allow excess moisture to evaporate, preventing watery mashed potatoes
- Warm your milk and butter before adding to create a smoother, creamier texture
- Use a potato masher or ricer for the best texture - avoid over-mixing to prevent gluey potatoes
- Taste and adjust seasoning gradually to achieve the perfect flavor balance
- For extra richness, you can substitute some milk with sour cream or cream cheese
- Garnish with a sprinkle of extra everything bagel seasoning for a beautiful presentation and added crunch
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
