Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time30m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel 2 lbs of potatoes and cut them into equal-sized chunks (about 1-2 inches). This helps them cook evenly.
2
Boil Potatoes
Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water to season the potatoes.
3
Cook Until Tender
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and let the potatoes boil for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.

4
Drain Potatoes
Carefully drain the boiled potatoes in a colander, allowing all the water to escape.
5
Add Butter and Milk
Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add 4 tbs of butter and 1 cup of milk to the potatoes.
6
Mash Potatoes
Using a potato masher or a fork, mash the potatoes until they reach your desired consistency. For creamier potatoes, you can use an electric mixer on a low speed.
7
Season to Taste
Add 0.5 tsp of black pepper and additional salt to taste. If using, add 2 minced garlic cloves, and 0.5 cup sour cream for extra creaminess.
8
Garnish
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped chives for garnish, if desired.