Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Achieve mashed potato perfection with this recipe. The ultimate comfort food!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Potatoes
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 pounds potatoes
- 6 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
- 3/4 cup milk or cream, warmed
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into uniform chunks. Place them in a pot and cover with cold water. Add 2 1/2 teaspoons of salt to the water.
- Bring the potatoes to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until fork-tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Place them over low heat for 1 or 2 minutes to dry thoroughly.
- Mash the potatoes, then add the butter and milk (or cream). Continue mashing.
- Taste the potatoes and add salt and pepper as needed. Mix to combine and serve hot.
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