Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Begin by peeling the potatoes using a vegetable peeler. Once peeled, cut them into evenly-sized chunks, about 1 to 2 inches in size, to ensure they cook evenly.

2
Boil the Potatoes
Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
3
Drain the Potatoes
Once the potatoes are cooked, carefully drain them in a colander. Allow them to sit for a minute to let excess water evaporate.

4
Mash the Potatoes
Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add in the butter, milk, salt, and black pepper. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until they reach your desired consistency, whether creamy or slightly chunky.
5
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if necessary, according to your preference.