Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Time40m

Serves4

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Ingredients

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1
Peel and Cut Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut them into uniform chunks (about 1-2 inches). This will help them cook evenly.
2
Boil Potatoes
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tsp of salt to the water. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
Cook Potatoes
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces them.
4
Drain Potatoes
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and let them sit for a few minutes to allow excess steam to escape.

5
Mash Potatoes
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained potatoes. Use a potato masher or a fork to mash the potatoes to your desired consistency.
6
Add Butter and Milk
Add the butter and milk to the mashed potatoes. Continue mashing until the butter is melted and the mixture is creamy and smooth.
7
Season
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste. If using, add minced garlic, cream cheese, or chives at this point and mix well.