Intro

It is just that an inside hug in the form of a bowl of creamy mashed potatoes just seems like that. You have that kind of mash that is comforting and buttery and perfectly seasoned, so there is no way you can stop scooping third after third. Yeah– that is what the Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe is all about.

You must have attended a Golden Corral once, and you already know how their mashed potatoes do not merely serve as a side meal, but an entire mood.

Buttery, smooth, fluffy, and yet rich, with that homestyle flavor that leaves you thinking that somebody left them at the home of their grandma.

To tell the truth, I already had my share of mashed potatoes (instant, fancy, lumpy, whipped, call it whatever you want), but there is something different about the ones served at Golden Corral.

This Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe is not only about the potatoes, but that warm, fantastical harmony of butter, cream, and seasoning that is nostalgic and at the same time opulent.

What are Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes?

Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe is all about the celebration of the right ingredients with a simple taste. It is a creamy, smooth, and velvety mash prepared using actual potatoes (no such thing as instant), heavy cream, butter, and a pinch of seasoning that make it all.

The mashed potatoes at Golden Corral have the reputation of being extremely light and airy, and yet rich enough to taste indulgent. They are beaten up until cloudy, and a creamy gravy is put on them, in case you are fortunate to be at dinner time.

What makes them stand out? The texture. They do not stick or become too thick – they dissolve on your tongue. And the flavor? And there the butter and cream dance around, filling every mouthful with a warm and cozy fullness which is home-cooked comfort.

The narrative of my discovery of this.

What would happen then? Imagine the situation, it is Sunday afternoon, and my family has decided to go to Golden Corral after spending a long morning on runners. I wasn’t even hungry — I swear! Then I saw that large silver pan on the buffet, with her properly whipped mashed potatoes so much like clouds. I took a handful… and why, dear me.

That was it. The taste was full of nostalgia. Buttery, creamy, with just the right amount of salt, and has the right texture to make you remember that they were made of actual potatoes. I went back for seconds. Then thirds. And I’m not ashamed.

I decided that day onwards, I would do anything to make that same bowl of happiness at home. I tried a dozen times (and far too many potatoes) before I broke it. This one is as yummy as Golden Corral, and it may be even better, since it is prepared with love and a measure of kitchen patience.

Equipment List

In order to prepare your Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe, you do not require anything fancy; you just need your usual kitchen staples:

A pot of a large size (to boil the potatoes in).
Potato peeler
Colander
Potato masher/ electric hand mixer.
(A stand mixer or ricer provides that additional-smooth restaurant-like feel.)
Wooden spoon or spatula
Measuring cups and spoons
Little saucepan (to warm the cream and butter)
Extra but so good: a fine mesh sieve when you wish to have your mash as smooth as the professionals make it.

Ingredients For Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe

The following is what you will require to prepare around 6 servings of delicious Golden Corral-style mashed potatoes:

2 lbs russet potatoes
½ cup butter
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup whole milk
1½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
2 tbsp cream cheese
Parsley for garnish

Instructions For Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Step 1: Prep the potatoes

Begin by peeling your russet potatoes and chopping them into similarly sized pieces – approximately 11/2-inch pieces. What matters here is the fact that they are of uniform size and thus cook evenly and mash perfectly well.

Step 2: Boil the potatoes

Put the potato pieces into a big pot and submerge them in cold water. Fold a sinful pinch of salt onto the water – this season the potatoes inside out.

Boil, and then turn to medium heat and cook 15-18 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender and nearly falling apart.

Step 3: Warm the dairy

As the potatoes cook, melt your butter, cream, and milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Do not let it boil: you only want it warm and liquefied. This is a very essential step to smooth mashed potatoes. When cold dairy is added to hot potatoes, they get stiff and become sticky.

Step 4: Drain and dry

After cooking your potatoes, drain them in a colander. And then put them back in the hot pot and leave them in the stove a minute or two– this will dry out any surplus moisture, and will assist in getting the stuff to puff more.

Step 5: Mash ’em!

Now comes the fun part. A potato masher will produce a texture that is slightly rustic, or an electric mixer will give it the Golden Corral consistency of creaminess. Begin mashing and pour in the cream and butter mixture into the pan. Continue mixing until it becomes smooth and airy.

Step 6: Add cream cheese & season

Once the potatoes are hot, add the cream cheese as it will melt into them. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. To suit your taste– you are best acquainted with your flavor.

Step 7: Fluff and serve

Stir the potatoes one more time, softly. Pour them into a serving dish, add a small piece of additional butter, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately warm and puffy.

Hacks to the Creamiest Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes.

Use the appropriate potatoes: Russets or Yukon Gold are the best to use. Do not take waxy kinds–they glue up.

Warm everything: Butter as well as the cream should be hot, everything that comes in contact with those hot potatoes.

Not to be overmixed: When smooth, quit! Working them to excess causes the starch to be loosed, and they become gummy.

Add-ins: To add more flavor, a dash of sour cream or roasted garlic can be used.

Make-ahead magic: These may be prepared in advance! Simply warm up in a little warm milk and a butter pat.

How to Serve?

Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes are suitable for all. Sincerely, they are the universal comfort side.

Here are a few ideas:

With a juicy roast or a steak.
With a spoonful of rich brown gravy.
As the final foundation for slow-cooked pot roast.
or, frankly speaking, out of the pot (no opinion here).

And when you serve it at the Thanksgiving or Sunday dinner table, they all will believe that you have been conditioned at the Golden Corral kitchen staff.

Storage & Reheating

Got leftovers? (Rare, but possible!)

Here’s how to store them right:

Fridge: Keep in an airtight container, up to 4 days.

Freezer: Potatoes can also be frozen mashed, and these can be frozen as long up to 2 months. Refrigeration overnight and warming.

To reheat:

Cook in the stove under low heat and add a teaspoon of butter and milk.
Or heat up in the microwave, stirring every now and then, to recover that creamy texture.

Variations & Twists

You could twist this Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe into novel and different varieties should you be feeling inventive:

Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes: Add 2 heads of roasted garlic, which will be earthy and mellow tasting.

Cheddar Chive Mash: Add fresh chives and shredded cheddar.

Looshing Mashed Potatoes: You can add crispy bacon, sour cream, and cheese at the top to feel very indulgent.

Herb-Flavored Cream: Add simmered rosemary or thyme to your cream and mix it up to add a little aroma.

Final Thoughts

A bowl of good mashed potatoes is something that has nothing gone wrong. The Golden Corral Mashed Potatoes Recipe is an indication that the most basic meals, with proper preparation, can steal the stage.

It’s buttery. It’s creamy. It’s fluffy.

And it tastes like home.

The next day, you feel the need to have that same old comfort, go by the buffet line – skip it, prepare it yourself. You will find all that homesickness and comfort in a single bite of butter.

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