PERFECT MASHED POTATOES
The ultimate guide to creating the fluffiest, creamiest most perfect mashed potatoes you'll ever taste. Buttery, and a perfect-vehicle-for-gravy-on-Thanksgiving, or any other day!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 2 teaspoons table salt
- 1 cup whole milk orhalf-and-half
- ½ cup salted butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Peel the russet and Yukon Gold potatoes and cut them into1-inch chunks.
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water.
- Add 2 teaspoons table salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- As soon as they boil, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until fork tender. This ensures even cooking.
- While the potatoes are cooking, heat the milk and butter in the microwave or a small saucepan over low heat. You don't want it to boil, just warm it gently.
- Once the potatoes are tender, drain them thoroughly in a colander.
- Mash them using a potato masher or ricer. Make sure to dothis while the potatoes are still hot to create a smoother texture.
- Add the milk and butter mixture to the mashed potatoes. Gently stir until well incorporated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Be sure to taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Transfer the creamy mashed potatoes to a serving dish.
Nutrition
Calories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 6gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 34mgSodium: 115mgPotassium: 999mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 407IUVitamin C: 29mgCalcium: 69mgIron: 2mg
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