Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsCotham's In the CityMashed Potatoes Recipe

Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

Make Mashed Potatoes Recipe in just 40m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Potatoes and boiling liquid

Mashing and flavoring

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Peel the potatoes and cut into even chunks, about 2-inch pieces.

  2. 2

    Rinse the potato chunks under cold water to remove excess starch.

Boiling

  1. 3

    Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon salt.

  2. 4

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

  3. 5

    Drain well and return the potatoes to the pot.

Mash and flavor

  1. 6

    Mash the potatoes with a potato masher until mostly smooth.

  2. 7

    In a small saucepan, warm the butter and milk until butter is melted and mixture is hot but not boiling.

  3. 8

    Gradually stir the warm milk-butter mixture into the potatoes, mashing to your desired texture.

  4. 9

    Season with salt and pepper, and add more milk if you prefer creamier potatoes.

Finish and serve

  1. 10

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

  2. 11

    Serve immediately.

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