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Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes from Swanson

Want to know a secret? Mashed potatoes cooked with chicken broth are extra flavorful! This savory side is perfectly smooth and creamy, with just the right amount of butter and cream for everyone to enjoy. These potatoes are delicious when served with your favorite Campbell's gravy.
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course lunch/dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 1723.8 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 3-quart saucepan For boiling potatoes.
  • 1 Colander For draining cooked potatoes and reserving broth.
  • 1 Potato Masher Essential for achieving a smooth, creamy texture.
  • 1 Chef's knife For peeling and uniformly dicing potatoes.
  • 1 Cutting Board For safe and efficient potato preparation.

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 6 Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cups Swanson chicken broth
  • ½ cup light cream
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Combine potatoes and chicken broth in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium, cover, and cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain potatoes well in a colander, reserving the broth.
  • Transfer potatoes back to the pan. Add reserved broth, cream, and butter. Mash until smooth and season with salt and pepper.

Notes

For optimal flavor, consider infusing the chicken broth with a bay leaf or a crushed garlic clove during the potato cooking process, removing them before mashing. Yukon Golds are excellent for their creamy texture, but avoid over-mashing, as it can release too much starch and lead to a gluey consistency; a ricer or food mill offers the smoothest result. Ensure the cream and butter are at least room temperature, or gently warmed, before incorporating them to maintain the potatoes' heat and achieve a seamless emulsion. Always taste and adjust seasoning aggressively; fresh cracked white pepper can offer a cleaner aesthetic than black pepper for a pristine white mash. A garnish of finely chopped chives or parsley elevates presentation.