Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into equal-sized chunks (about 1-2 inches) to ensure even cooking.
2
Boil Potatoes
Place the potato chunks into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

3
Drain and Steam
Once cooked, drain the potatoes in a colander and let them steam for a few minutes to remove excess moisture.
4
Mash Potatoes
Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add 4 tablespoons of butter, 0.5 cups of milk, and 0.5 cups of sour cream. Use a potato masher or a hand mixer to mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.

5
Season the Mash
Add 1 tsp of salt and 0.5 tsp of black pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix well to combine and taste. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

6
Serve Warm
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and serve warm, garnished with additional butter or herbs if desired.