Carnation Mashed Potatoes

(5 stars based on 211 reviews)

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Carnation Mashed Potatoes are a side dish everyone will be raving about. The key ingredient is evaporated milk and the dish is ready in less than 30 minutes. Add chopped green onions or crumbled cooked bacon for an extra flair!

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Ingredients:

6 medium (about 2 pounds total) potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 cup NESTLÉ® CARNATION® Evaporated Milk
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine

Directions:

PLACE potatoes in large saucepan. Cover with water; bring to a boil. Cook over medium-high heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until tender; drain.

RETURN potatoes to saucepan; add evaporated milk and butter. Beat with hand-held mixer until smooth. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

NOTE: Chopped green onions, chopped parsley or cooked, crumbled bacon may be added to mashed potatoes.

FOR MUSHROOM MASHED POTATOES:
PREPARE potatoes as above. Melt butter in saucepan; add 1 clove finely chopped garlic and 8 ounces finely chopped mushrooms. Cook over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes or until liquid has evaporated.

ADD potatoes and evaporated milk; beat potatoes with hand-held mixer until smooth and thoroughly mixed with mushrooms. Season with salt and ground black pepper.

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Delicious

Cheryl Sess from Atlanta, GA

Excellent recipe. Tastes good. Carnation makes a difference everytime.
simple and delicous

Krista Cornett from Redondo beach, ca

kids loved it!
Super!!!

Valerie Abi Nader from

THIS DISH WAS SO GOOD! MY KIDS LOVED IT!
poatoes

dailisha from gurdon arkansas AR

I THINK THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST CREAMY POATOES I EVERY TASTED IN MY LIFE IT IS EXCELLENT FOR A BIRTHDAY PARTY OR A SPECIAL EVENT.
delicious

Augusta Ã“lafsson from reykjavik, CA

this is the best mashed potatoes i have tried,its so creamy and tasteful i use this recipe for all my potatoes recipe,very good recipe.
mashed potatoes

Heike from Fort Polk, Louisiana

this is the easiest way to make delicious mashed potatoes, sometimes I add carrots and the kids go wild over it, thank you for the recipe
This is more than a side dish, it is my happy chil

NANCY CHAPMAN from Yorba Linda, CA

This is so much more than just a delicious, easy to make side dish. It is my childhood memory. Carnation evaporated milk was what I survived on since I was a newborn. The aroma and light sweetness of the dish is so satisfying.
Never a doubt!

Jan Wilkins from BLYTHEVILLE, AR

I have always used Carnation Milk in my mashed potatoes, mainly because that's what Mother did...it just would be Mashed Potatoes without the Carnation!
carnation mashed potatoes

Kelsi sneyd from STILLWATER, OK

great mashed potatoes...
wonderful anytime!

Sue Danko from PITTSBURGH, PA

carnation mashed potatoes are comfort food for all seasons-- also nourishing when suffering from a seasonal cold--they warm you inside and out---
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

Roberta G from Chandler, AZ

This has been a traditional recipe in our family for generations.My family always leaves the bowl empty.Gotta love those creamy mashed potatoes!
Thanksgiving Delight

Mary Gray from METAIRIE, LA

We prepared this recipe for Thanksgiving yesterday, and it was a Big hit! We added sharp cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon to the potatoes, everyone "gobbled" it up. Thank you.
Delicious

krista cornett from redondo beach, CA

These mashes potatoes are simple, smooth and delicious. your family will love them!
Fabulous!!

E. Turner from Portland, Oregon

This has been the way my family has prepared mashed potatoes for years and I will not eat them any other way. Add a little salt for an even better taste. Absolutely Fabulous! Super easy and super tasty. I don't even bother measuring anything, I just mix (use electric beaters to get them ultra creamy) until it gets to the consistency and flavor I love.
This is THE recipe for mashed potatoes

Beth Patil from Livonia, MI

I will never make mashed potatoes any other way. This is a staple recipe that will stick with my family for the generations.
Excellent mashed potatoes

Maria Tesler from DELRAY BEACH, FL

I dont know where I have been, I never thought to use evaporated milk (instead of Milk)!!!! These potatoes are soooo creamy and delicious!!!! This is the only way I will make them from now on!!!
The Best Mashed Potatoes

carla park from Onset, MA

I tried Carnation Evaporated Milk in my mashed potatoes, for the first time, and I was surprised at how delicious they were, My family wanted to know what I did different and what ever it was to keep on doing it, Thank you for another great recipe
Great Addition For Daughter's Recipe Box

Michelle Bailey from LICKING, MO

My 12 yr old daughter is a blossoming cook. She asked for all the best recipes from her family of great cooks so she can "learn from the best". After I wiped the sentimental tears from my eyes I began gathering all of my favorites to give to her. This mashed potato recipe has been handed down through generations of cooks in my family and is the only way any of us prepare mashed potatoes. I just wanted to share this bit of family tradition. :)
SIMPLE

janice graham from northlittlerock, AR

THIS IS A BASIC RECIPE THAT YOU CAN ADD ALL SORTS OF THINGS , SOUR CREAM AND CHIVES, GARLIC AND CHEESE....... WONDERFUL!!!!!!! I LIKE ANYTHING THAT'S EASY AND TASTEFUL!!!!!
The best mashed potatoes

Liz Herrera from Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

My mother has been using carnation evaporated milk in her mashed potatoes for years and now I have been making them the same way. They are always a big hit. So creamy and delicious!!
My Mother-In-Law's Way

Regina Savage from Jacksboro, TN

My Mother-In-Law passed away many years ago. Every Sunday, she aways made a wonderful dinner for the family. Until I saw this recipe on your site, I had forgotton her special way of making mashed potatoes. Her secert ingredient was Carnation Evaporated Milk. Thank for reminding me. We enjoyed having them again. Thanks again.
So Creamy and Yummy

A Wetwiski from GRETNA, LA

I made these mashed potatoes with my Valentine's Day turkey dinner for my family and they loved them! I didn't say anything to see if they could taste the difference and they did. I will keep making mashed potatoes with the evaporated milk! What a simple and delicious difference!
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

Sue Simmons from COLUMBIA FALLS, MT

The carnation milk adds so much to this recipe. The the milk makes the texture of the potatos soooo creamy.
Great Taste

Kathryn Jenkins from Danville, WV

I had never thought to use canned milk for mashed potatoes but now that I have, when they are fixed with a meal the bowl ends up empty now. Thanks.
Wow!

Kim Kast from CHANDLER, AZ

I've always liked mashed potatoes, and now I Love Them...Thank You!
The best

carole from Texas

I have always used evaporated milk to make mashed potatoes for as long as I can remember. Also for making my gravy. Makes it so much creamier.
creamy mashed potatoes

Elaine from Reno, Nv

For the past 55 years, I have made my mashed potatoes with carnation milk. It always turns out perfect, and the family likes it. So do others. Thank you, carnation.
perfect potatoes!

Holly Roos from CANTON, IL

These were awesome! Everyone commented on how great they were - what a simple 'secret' to add to make very creamy mashed potatoes!!!
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

Fatima Tavares from Howell, NJ

I had tried different kind of mashed potato but nothing like this. I made it for lunch and for dinner. It tasted delicious.
Great Potatoes !!!

Linda Randles from NORTH CANTON, OH

I tried this recipe with the carnation milk instead of the whole milk I use. I can't believe how much creamer the mashed potatoes was and tasted. My husband ask what I did different to the potatoes this time that they was really good. I told him I did a little change to them and that I would be doing the same thing from now on.
Creamy delight

Jeannette Taylor Taylor from SAN DIEGO, CA

I've never thought that with carnation evaporated milk mashed potatoes would come out creamy and delicious!! My cousin sent me this recipe through verybestbaking.com and ever since I do not use regular milk anymore. Great touch.
Best Mashed Potatos

Pattie Struble from KLAMATH FALLS, OR

I grew up eating these mashed potatoes. The are the creamest and the flavor is great. People always ask how I get my mashed potatoes so creamy.
AWESOME

Gina Murphy from Inkster, MI

It was my very first time making homemade mashed potatoes and I had family over from out of town. They were such a big hit that everyone wanted the recipe!! I will never make instant again. LOVE EM'
Carmation Mashed Potatoes

Sherlene Womble from GOLDSTON, NC

These potatoes were rich and creamy. It was also quick and easy to make. That's always a plus.
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

NANCIE PENDLETON from ALLENTOWN, PA

My Grandmother and mother have been making potatoes this way and I passed this down to my children it has been a family favorite.
mashed potatoes

kathy mankin from MIDWAY PARK, NC

I was raised on can milk in mashed potates and my husband likes whole milk. I add can milk when he isn't looking. It is the best.
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

Angie Miller from WARNER ROBINS, GA

I have been making my mashed potatoes for years like this, there were times when I didn't have anything but canned milk, and I've used it for years and if you haven't tried it with can milk, you really are missing something so wonderful you can't even realize how creamy these potatoes come with Carnation milk. Just wonderful!!!!!
carnation mashed potatoes

Sandy Hornyan from WINONA, MN

These were so AWESOME. I never thought to use canned milk in them.
carnation mashed potatoes

Miriam Allistone from ARVA, ON

Another fantastic way to use Carnation milk. Makes potatoes more creamy and smooth and so delicious.
Simply the BEST!

Eliza from Santa Clara, CA

I grew up with this recipe as well, and after having been "spoiled" for so long I can't stand "fake" mashed potatoes. I add a little salt (optional) and have served it countless times to guests who just rave about my home-made mashed potatoes!
simple & easy

lorena hrinko from NORWICH, OH

Since i start using Carnation on my mash potatoes my husband wont eat it now if i just use regular milk, it's really good w/Carnation.
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

Linda Hunnaman from COLDWATER, MI

I have always used Carnation in my mashed potatoes, but somethimes I add about 1/2 cup of minced onions, this makes them taste even better. If I have any leftovers, I use them the next morning to make potato cakes to serve with eggs. Take 2 cups potatoes with onions, 1 egg, and about 1/2 cup of flour, mix well and drop by tablespoons on hot gridle, cook 2-3 mintues on each side or until brown. Serve with eggs, any way you want them, I preferred fried and enjoy.
I thought this was a family secret!

Debbi Post from San Jose, CA

I have been eating these potatoes since childhood (I am 49!). My grandmother made these for her family, and they are the ONLY potatoes I have ever eaten ... or ever will!
Good home cooking....

Anthony Slover from AMARILLO, TX

This is a simple recipe and is so good, is a very good comfort food.
Yummmmm

CANDACE DONALDSON from AUBURN, WA

Easy, tasty - everyone wants more.
The Secret Is Out!

Frances Martin from Ashland, VA

My children have always said that their Mom made the best mashed potatoes. Even my Dad, who was a wonderful cook, wanted to know how I got them so creamy. The secret was and is Carnation canned milk instead of plain milk and a lot of butter.
Carnation Mashed Potatoes

ARLEEN INYARD from N BALDWIN, NY

Great recipe --everyone loved the recipe! I even made it lower in fat by substituting Butter Buds for most of the butter and they still came out rich and creamy tasting.
Velvet Potatoes

Annette Witherspoon from GEORGETOWN, TX

This makes the potatoes so velvetty & smooth. It gives them such a good taste.
excellent!

sheila bohanon from SAYLORSBURG, PA

I made this recipe last night. It was fabulous. I added a sweet potato in with the potatoes and everyone loved them...they were all gone by the end of the meal. The sweet potato added a little different flavor and some color. Give it a try.!
Perfect Potatoes

heather Finch from HELENA, MT

These are a perfect addition to any family dinner! My 5 year old says these are the best!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe

Servings Per Recipe: 6 servings

Calories: 220
Calories from Fat: 90
Total Fat: 10g (15% of DV)
Saturated Fat: 7g (35% of DV)
Cholesterol: 25mg (8% of DV)
Sodium: 65mg (3% of DV)
Carbohydrates: 27g (9% of DV)
Dietary Fiber: 3g (12% of DV)
Sugars: 4g
Protein: 5g
Vitamin A: 4% of DV
Vitamin C: 45% of DV
Calcium: 10% of DV
Iron: 6% of DV

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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