Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes, (such as Yukon Gold or Russet, peeled and cut into 1"-2" chunks)
• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, (divided)
• 1/2 cup whole buttermilk, (at room temperature)
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, (to taste)
• 4 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, (divided)

Instructions

1. 1

   Place prepared potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Season thewater with salt.

2. 2

   Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are tender when pierced easily with a fork,about 15-20 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.

4. 4

   Add 6 tablespoons of the butter to the potatoes and mash with a potato masher until smooth and creamy. Then add buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Combine until mixture is fully incorporated. If needed, add a bit more buttermilk.

5. 5

   Taste the potatoes and adjust the salt and pepper as needed. Stir in 3 tablespoons of the chopped fresh chives.

6. 6

   Serve the mashed potatoes hot, garnished with the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon of chives, if desired.