Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Begin by peeling the Russet potatoes with a vegetable peeler, then cut them into even chunks, about 1-2 inches in size for even cooking.
2
Boil Potatoes
Place the cut potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer until the potatoes are tender, approximately 15-20 minutes.

3
Drain Potatoes
Once the potatoes are tender, drain them in a colander and return them to the pot.
4
Add Dairy
Add 4 tablespoons of butter, 1 cup of milk, and 1 cup of heavy cream to the drained potatoes.
5
Mash the Potatoes
Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the potatoes together with the dairy until smooth and creamy. Avoid over-mashing to prevent them from becoming gluey.

6
Season the Mixture
Add 1 teaspoon of black pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and if desired, 2 tablespoons of chopped chives. Stir until combined.
7
Taste and Adjust
Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to taste.