FABULOUS MASHED POTATOES

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 50m

Yield Ten to 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 1/2 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 2 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 pound sweet butter, cut into small chunks
1 1/2 cups milk or cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cover the potatoes with cold water and bring to a boil in a large pot. Cook until tender, about 40 minutes, and drain immediately.
  • Use a potato ricer or an electric mixer to begin mashing the potatoes. Add the butter and half the milk or cream and whip or rice to a nearly smooth puree. Add more milk or cream to achieve the consistency you desire. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 190, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 9 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 402 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

colin wilson
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These mashed potatoes were delicious, but they were a bit too rich for my taste. I think I'll use less butter next time.


Daveion Harriett
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I've made this recipe several times now and it always turns out perfectly. It's my go-to mashed potato recipe.


Sanjid Howlader
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I added some roasted garlic to my mashed potatoes and they were incredible. I highly recommend trying this variation.


Jaswant Prakash
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These mashed potatoes were a hit at my Thanksgiving dinner. Everyone loved them!


Keyana Occenat
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I followed the recipe exactly and my mashed potatoes turned out perfectly. I was so impressed!


Inder Romania
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I'm not usually a fan of mashed potatoes, but this recipe changed my mind. They were so light and airy that I couldn't stop eating them.


Laxmi Lamjung
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These mashed potatoes were the perfect side dish for my roast chicken. They were fluffy and flavorful.


Rana Taimoor
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I was a bit skeptical about the amount of butter in this recipe, but it really made a difference. The potatoes were incredibly creamy and rich.


Siam Rahman
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I had a great time making these mashed potatoes with my kids. They were so excited to help and they loved the results.


ALONZO KNIGHT
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These potatoes were so easy to make and they tasted amazing. I definitely recommend this recipe.


Kevon Warren
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I've tried many mashed potato recipes, but this one is by far the best. The secret is in the butter and cream.


Chinedu Eshi
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These mashed potatoes were an absolute delight! I couldn't believe how creamy and fluffy they turned out. My family loved them so much that they asked for seconds and thirds.