Cajun Mashed Potatoes
Truth be told, I’d be happy at Thanksgiving or Christmas with just a big ole plate (or bowl… I’d prefer a bowl) of Cajun mashed potatoes topped with roasted turkey gravy, with a side of good ole fashioned dressing.
Servings 12
Calories 351kcal
Ingredients
- 5 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
- 2 sticks unsalted butter
- 1 8 ounce cream cheese room temperature
- 1 cup heavy cream can substitute whole milk
- 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- My outrageously good Holiday make-ahead gravy for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.
- Add the potatoes. I prefer to not skin or chop my potatoes first. Just throw (er.. lower gently) the entire potatoes into the pot. If you don't like the skins, remove them first.
- Boil potatoes until fork tender (test the larger ones), 20-25 minutes.
- Remove from heat and drain well.
- Return potatoes to the pot (off the heat) and mash with a potato masher (or use a hand-held blender).
- Add remaining ingredients and mash until well combined and smooth.
- Serve hot with warmed gravy. When reheating (if you have any leftovers), you may have to add a bit more cream (or milk) to get the right consistency.
Nutrition
Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 68mg | Sodium: 119mg | Potassium: 830mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1055IU | Vitamin C: 37mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg