BASIC MASHED POTATOES
You can use any kind of potato in this recipe. I personally prefer russet potatoes. This recipe is from The Best of Casual American Cooking. I have also altered it by using evaporated milk instead of half and half. There is a little bit of extra effort involved in this recipe, but well worth it.
Provided by Hadice
Categories Potato
Time 35m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the potato pieces with water to cover and let stand for 5 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain.
- Bring a large sauce-pan 3/4 full of water to a boil.
- Add the 1 1/2 teaspoon salt and the potatoes and return to a boil until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.
- Drain well and return to the empty pan.
- Place the pan over high heat and, turning the potatoes to prevent scorching, heat to evaporate the moisture, 1-2 minutes.
- Remove from the heat.
- Using a potato masher, mash until potatoes are almost smooth.
- Add the butter, mash, and the half-and-half, a little at a time, switching to a spoon when the potatoes are smooth.
- The potatoes should be creamy but not soupy.
- Season to taste with salt and white pepper, transfer to a warmed serving dish and serve immediately.
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Mourshed Khan
[email protected]I love mashed potatoes, and these were some of the best I've ever had! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and added a bit of butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were so creamy and flavorful, and they were the perfect side dish for our roasted turkey
Cute Era
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were easy to make and tasted great! I used russet potatoes and added some butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were fluffy and creamy, and they were the perfect side dish for our steak.
Oluwaronbi Abiodun
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had added some more flavorings, like garlic or herbs.
Kayden Amoni
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of mashed potatoes, but these were really good! I used russet potatoes and added some butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were creamy and flavorful, and I actually went back for seconds.
Paul Dufault
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were so easy to make and they tasted delicious! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and added a bit of butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were creamy and fluffy, and they were the perfect side dish for our roasted pork.
Sneha Tarafder
[email protected]I've tried this recipe a few times now, and it's always a hit! The mashed potatoes are always fluffy and creamy, and they're the perfect side dish for any meal.
Richard Jerome
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were amazing! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and added some butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were so creamy and flavorful, and they were the perfect side dish for our roasted chicken.
Daniel Asuquo
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were good, but I think I would have liked them better if I had used a different type of potato. I used russet potatoes, and they were a bit too starchy for my taste.
Vaniyah Jones
[email protected]I love mashed potatoes, and these were some of the best I've ever had! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and added a bit of butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were so creamy and flavorful, and they were the perfect side dish for our roasted turkey
Monte Gore
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were easy to make and tasted great! I used russet potatoes and added some butter, milk, salt, and pepper. The potatoes were fluffy and creamy, and they were the perfect side dish for our steak.
Beza werk Andu alem
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a bit bland for my taste. I think I would have liked them better if I had added some more flavorings, like garlic or herbs.
Rukije Bushi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but these were really good! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and added a bit of sour cream, butter, and salt and pepper. The potatoes were creamy and flavorful, and I actually went back for seconds.
Mss Isratjahanmim
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were so easy to make and they tasted delicious! I used russet potatoes and added some butter, milk, and salt and pepper. The potatoes were fluffy and creamy, and they were the perfect side dish for our roasted chicken.
L ngqunge
[email protected]I've been making mashed potatoes this way for years, and they always turn out perfect. The secret is to use a ricer to get the potatoes perfectly smooth. I also like to add a bit of roasted garlic and chives for extra flavor.
Obafe Elizabeth
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! They were creamy, fluffy, and full of flavor. I used Yukon Gold potatoes and added a bit of butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Everyone loved them!