Simple light and fluffy mashed potatoes.
Peel and remove eyes from the potatoes with a peeler or a small paring knife. Rinse under cold water, cut in half lengthwise, and dice into 1 ½ inch cubes. For light and fluffy mashed potatoes, it’s important to cut them into smaller, evenly-sized pieces. Place the potatoes into a pot with cold water and ensuring they’re fully submersed.
Add salt and bay leaves, and bring to a boil over high heat. As soon as the potatoes come to a boil, turn the heat to a simmer for 15 minutes 15 Minutes.
Remove the bay leaves and drain immediately. Return the potatoes to the pot and mash while still hot. Cover and set aside.
In a small saucepan, bring the butter, cream and cream cheese to a gentle boil over medium heat. Whisk in the salt, pepper, and nutmeg, and set aside.
Add the cream, little-by-little and mash together. The potatoes should look a little bit wet, because, as they sit, they’ll absorb some of the liquid. Taste for seasoning, add more salt and pepper to taste
Place thin slices of butter over the top, then cover the surface with plastic wrap. This will prevent a crust from forming. Cover and let sit, until ready to serve.