Old-Fashioned Mashed Potatoes — General recipe

Old-Fashioned Mashed Potatoes

Eats Now Editorial Team  · 289 kcal  · General

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Try this homemade Old-Fashioned Mashed Potatoes recipe the whole family will love. Made with potatoes, onion, milk and butter. Easy step-by-step instruc…

This Old-Fashioned Mashed Potatoes relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as medium onion, finely chopped, to 2/3 c. milk, butter or margarine and grated parmesan cheese. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 289 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 General
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