Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes using a vegetable peeler. Cut them into evenly sized chunks, about 1-2 inches, to ensure they cook evenly.
2
Boil Potatoes
Place the potato chunks into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tsp of salt. Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

3
Drain and Mash
Once the potatoes are tender, drain them in a colander. Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Use a potato masher to mash the potatoes to your desired consistency.
4
Add Butter and Milk
Add the butter to the mashed potatoes and mix until melted. Gradually pour in the milk while stirring until the potatoes are creamy and smooth.
5
Season
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste. If using, add minced garlic, sour cream, or chives for extra flavor and mix well.
6
Serve
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and serve warm as a side dish.