Creamed Spinach Mashed Potatoes
Rich, buttery mashed potatoes folded with garlicky creamed spinach for the ultimate creamy, comforting side dish perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 MINUTES
- Cook Time: 25 MINUTES
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 SERVINGS 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: STOVETOP
- Cuisine: American, steakhouse
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Add cubed potatoes to a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain well.
- While the potatoes cook, melt 1 tablespoon butter in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chopped spinach and cook until wilted, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cream cheese and a splash of heavy cream. Cook until melted and creamy, leaving some texture with visible spinach throughout.
- Mash the drained potatoes with remaining butter, heavy cream, and sour cream until smooth and fluffy.
- Fold the creamed spinach mixture into the mashed potatoes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve warm with extra butter melting over the top if desired.
Notes
- Drain spinach well to avoid watery mashed potatoes
- Warm cream before mixing for smoother texture
- Do not overmix or potatoes may become gluey
- For extra richness, add more butter or a splash of cream when reheating