Red Potato Mash Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Wash and Prepare Potatoes
Begin by thoroughly washing the red potatoes under cold running water to remove any dirt or debris. Cut the potatoes into quarters for even cooking.
2
Boil Potatoes
Place the quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

3
Drain Potatoes
Once the potatoes are cooked, carefully drain them in a colander. Allow them to sit for a minute to let excess steam escape.
4
Add Ingredients for Mashing
Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add the unsalted butter, milk, garlic powder, black pepper, and any optional chives to the potatoes.
5
Mash Potatoes
Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the potatoes and all the ingredients together until you reach your desired level of creaminess. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can use a hand mixer.

6
Taste and Adjust Seasoning
Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to taste.
7
Serve Warm
Spoon the red potato mash into a serving bowl and garnish with additional chives if desired. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.