Ingredients
Potatoes
Whole milk
Butter
Salt
Instructions
1. Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks.
2. Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water.
3. Add a pinch of salt to the water for seasoning.
4. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
5. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
6. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
7. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a hand mixer.
8. Warm the milk and melt the butter in a small saucepan or microwave.
9. Gradually add the warm milk and melted butter to the mashed potatoes, mixing until smooth and creamy.
10. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
11. Optionally, add extras like garlic, chives, cheese, or sour cream for additional flavor.
12. Serve immediately while warm, or store and reheat later as needed.
Last Step:
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Add roasted garlic or fresh herbs like chives or parsley for extra flavor without increasing sodium.
Use a mix of butter and a small amount of olive oil to balance flavor while reducing saturated fat.
For a creamier texture, heat the milk before mixing it with the mashed potatoes to prevent cooling the dish.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Mashing, Mixing
- Cuisine: American