Rustic Chicken Stock Mashed Potatoes with Sour Cream and Chives Ingredients: 2 pounds (about 900g) potatoes, washed thoroughly (Yukon Gold or Russets work well) 2 cups chicken stock (low sodium preferred) 1 cup water 3 tbsp unsalted butter 1/2 cup sour cream (adjust to taste) 1/4 cup whole milk or cream (optional, for creamier texture)…

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