Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Mashed Potatoes topped with rich, savory homemade gravy. This comforting dish combines fluffy mashed russet potatoes blended with parmesan cheese and garlic, paired with a smooth chicken-flavored gravy perfect for any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potatoes
- 2 ½ pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup salted butter
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Gravy
- 1/2 cup salted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup milk
- 3 chicken bouillon cubes, crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place peeled and cubed russet potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender. Drain the water thoroughly.
- Mash Potatoes: Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Using a potato masher or electric hand mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Stir in the butter, milk, and sour cream until well combined.
- Season Mashed Potatoes: Add the grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Prepare Gravy Base: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the 1/2 cup of butter. Once melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about one minute until the mixture becomes golden-brown.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Slowly whisk in the water, milk, crushed chicken bouillon cubes, and black pepper. Keep stirring constantly to avoid lumps and ensure even cooking.
- Thicken Gravy: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and continue stirring until the gravy thickens to a smooth, pouring consistency.
- Serve: Spoon the garlic parmesan mashed potatoes onto plates and generously ladle the warm gravy over them. Serve immediately and enjoy this comforting dish.
Notes
- For extra creaminess, warm the milk before adding to the potatoes to avoid cooling them down.
- Use fresh garlic instead of garlic powder for a more intense garlic flavor if desired.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken bouillon cubes with vegetable bouillon cubes.
- The gravy can be prepared ahead and reheated gently, stirring occasionally to maintain consistency.
- If you prefer a thicker gravy, cook it a bit longer until reaching your desired thickness or add a slurry of flour and water.
