Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives (Fluffy Mashed Potatoes!)

Creamy mashed potatoes are taken up a notch with the addition of mascarpone and chopped chives. Serve these Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives at Thanksgiving or Christmas!

Creating This Recipe for Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives

I found this recipe for creamy Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes in Sunset Magazine a few years ago while waiting in the doctor’s office. I made a mental note of the recipe so that I could look it up when I got home.

Mashed potatoes are mixed with creamy mascarpone cheese and plenty of fresh chives for a rich and fresh taste.

Over the years I’ve made a couple of slight changes. And I’ve decreased the recipe size to fit our small family a little better, but it is still a favorite and my go-to mashed potato recipe.

Mashed potatoes are often quite boring looking. So, I love the little flecks of green chives scattered throughout these creamy potatoes, not to mention the fresh taste they add to the recipe.

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Tools Needed to Make Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives

You’ll need a few different tools to prepare these mascarpone mashed potatoes. Here’s what I recommend having on hand before beginning this recipe:

• Vegetable Peeler – to peel the potatoes before making the mascarpone chive mashed potatoes.
• Large Pot – to boil the potatoes until fork tender before mashing.
• Strainer – to drain the potatoes after boiling.
• Potato Ricer – Using a potato ricer is my favorite way to mash potatoes. I have the OXO Good Grips Potato Ricer.
• Measuring Cups and Spoons – to measure the simple ingredients for this classic dish.
• Mixing Bowl – to combine the ingredients that you’ll stir in to the riced potatoes.
• Wooden Spoon or Spatula – to stir the smashed potatoes into the liquid ingredients and seasonings.
• Baking Dish – to bake the chive mashed potatoes in until heated through.

Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes Ingredients

Rather than sour cream or cream cheese, these mashed potatoes are ultra creamy and tangy thanks to the addition of mascarpone.

Here’s what you’ll need to make homemade creamy mashed potatoes:

• Russet potatoes
• Bay leaves
• Whole milk
• Broth
• Mascarpone cheese
• Butter
• Salt and pepper
• Chives

For the complete ingredient list and detailed instructions to make this excellent side dish, scroll to the bottom of this post for the FREE printable recipe card.

How to Make Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives

These chive and mascarpone mashed potatoes are as easy to make as the classic recipe! Here’s an overview of how they’re made.

1. Add potatoes to a stockpot with hot water. Add the bay leaves and 1 teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, then lower to simmer and allow to cook until very tender.
2. While the potatoes cook, whisk together the milk, chicken broth, mascarpone, and butter in a oven-safe bowl.
3. Once potatoes are tender, drain the water and discard the pay leaves.
4. Press potatoes through a potato ricer (I use the OXO Good Grips Potato Ricer) and into the bowl with the mascarpone mixture. Stir to combine.
5. Bake covered with foil in a 350 degree F oven until heated through. Stir in the chives.

The above is simply a quick summary of this Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives recipe. Check out the full recipe in the free printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for all the detailed instructions.

Tips for the Best Creamy Mashed Potatoes

• I’ve learned that one of the keys to really great, fluffy mashed potatoes is to use a Potato Ricer rather than a potato masher. It makes the best mashed potatoes! They’ll be the creamiest, fluffiest mashed potatoes!
• Make sure your milk and mascarpone are at room temperature before adding them to the hot potatoes. Using cold ingredients can result in gluey mashed potatoes.
• I recommend using whole milk for the creamiest mashed potatoes, but any milk can be used.

How to Keep Mashed Potatoes Warm

Once you’ve prepared the mashed potatoes, you can transfer them to a Crockpot set to “warm” or “low” to keep them warm.

Or, wrap the mashed potatoes tightly in foil and place in a 200F oven to keep warm until you’re ready to serve them.

How Long Can Mashed Potatoes Sit Out?

Mashed potatoes can safely sit out on the counter for up to 2 hours. After 2 hours, they need to be refrigerated.

How Long Do Mashed Potatoes Last?

They’ll last in the fridge up to five days. Store mashed potatoes in an airtight container.

Can I Freeze this Recipe for Mascarpone Chive Mashed Potatoes?

Yes! Here’s how to recommend freezing this recipe for mashed potatoes with chives:

• Let the chive mashed potatoes cool completely.
• Then transfer to freezer bags or freezer-safe containers. Seal.
• Label, then freeze up to 3 months.

Thaw the mashed potatoes in the fridge the night before, then reheat in the oven before serving.

How to Reheat this Recipe

Transfer any leftover mashed potatoes with chives into a foil-covered baking dish. Then, reheat them in the oven for about 20-30 minutes at 350 degrees F.

At the half way point, carefully remove the foil, stir, cover, and continue heating until warmed all the way through. The exact timing will depend on the quantity of mashed potatoes you’re reheating.

Try this Recipe for Mascarpone Mashed Potatoes with Chives!

Next time you’re looking for the perfect side dish to bring to a holiday dinner, give these fluffy potatoes a try! Did you think this mashed potatoes recipe was the perfect addition to your holiday meal?

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