Description
Creamy Pumpkin Mashed Potatoes are an exquisite twist on the classic side dish that combines fluffy mashed potatoes with smooth pumpkin puree and a hint of warm spices. Perfect for Thanksgiving or family gatherings, this dish offers a vibrant color and comforting texture that will impress your guests. Easy to prepare and incredibly satisfying, these mashed potatoes are destined to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs peeled Russet potatoes
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (or milk for a lighter version)
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Boil peeled and chopped potatoes in salted water over medium-high heat until fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
- Drain potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat for 2 minutes to evaporate excess moisture.
- Add butter, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg while potatoes are hot.
- Mash everything using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and fluffy.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve warm in a bowl, optionally drizzled with melted butter or garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg