BASIC MASHED POTATOES

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If you love good, old fashioned mashed potatoes this is the perfect recipe. Simple and delicious.

Provided by Esmee Williams

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes     Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
  • In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater, slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.1 calories, Carbohydrate 43.7 g, Cholesterol 20.1 mg, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 76.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

Vijju Bangaram
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I will definitely be making these mashed potatoes again and again.


Rai Sa
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This is the best mashed potato recipe I've ever tried.


Shuhana Islam
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I give this recipe a 5-star rating.


Laraib Fatima
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These mashed potatoes are a must-try!


Lubega Peter
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I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mashed potatoes.


Antony Muuo
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I've made these mashed potatoes several times and they always turn out perfectly.


prasada vishan
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These mashed potatoes are the perfect side dish for any occasion.


Sk Shakilkhan
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I like to top my mashed potatoes with a pat of butter and a sprinkle of chives.


Qwerty Iiop
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I always add a little bit of garlic powder to my mashed potatoes. It gives them a delicious flavor.


Richard Jennings
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These mashed potatoes are so versatile. I've served them with everything from roast chicken to grilled salmon.


Prince Krishna Roy
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I love that this recipe is so simple to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make these mashed potatoes without any problems.


Sharistel Battle
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These mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food. They're so warm and satisfying.


Arju Muna
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I made these mashed potatoes for Thanksgiving and they were a huge success. Everyone raved about them.


Stephen James
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These mashed potatoes are so smooth and creamy. I love the addition of the sour cream and butter.


Pogacia Irvines
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I've been making mashed potatoes for years, but these are the best I've ever had. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


Nahla Grady
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I made these mashed potatoes for my family and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Mandla Nkosi
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These mashed potatoes were so easy to make and they turned out so creamy and delicious! I will definitely be making them again.


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