Note: Great mashed potatoes hate recipes. Although the amounts here will make a fine mash, you're better off with these simple formulas. Try to hit a 2 to 1 ratio of russets to reds (by weight) and have at least 1/4 cup of dairy per pound of potatoes. You may not use it all, but it's good to know it's there. As for the garlic, use your best judgment.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine potatoes in a large pot and just cover with cold tap water. Place over high heat and season water with 1 to 2 teaspoons of salt, (it should taste like sea water). Cover the pot and bring to a boil.
- Meanwhile, combine dairy and garlic in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Keep this mixture barely simmering until the potatoes are done.
- As soon as the water comes to a boil, remove the lid and reduce the heat to a simmer. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until a potato chunk can easily be crushed with a pair of tongs. Drain, then return potatoes to the pan, return pot to heat and shake for 30 seconds so the surface water can evaporate. Remove pot and set on a towel or hot pads. Pour about half the garlic mixture into the potatoes and mash with an old-fashioned potato masher. Start tasting and looking at the consistency right away. If mashers seem dry or bland, add more of the garlic mixture. Avoid over mashing or you'll end up with gluey instead of fluffy.
- Serve straight or garnish with any of the following: parsley, chopped scallions, crumbled bacon, sun dried tomatoes, (If you have the dry ones, make sure you re-hydrate them.) grated horseradish, horseradish sauce, pesto, more bacon, Sauteed mushrooms...use your imagination.
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Dream Weaver
d-w@hotmail.comThese mashers were easy to make and they turned out great. I will definitely be making these again.
Lyric Booker
b.lyric@hotmail.comThese mashers were delicious! I love the crispy coating and the fluffy interior. I will definitely be making these again.
caitlin spry
caitlin_s@aol.comThese mashers were a bit too salty for my taste, but they were still good. I think I will use less salt next time.
Baba Mods
m82@hotmail.comI followed the recipe exactly and the mashers turned out perfect. They were the star of the show at my dinner party.
Rajiya Begum
b56@yahoo.comThese mashers were amazing! I've never had mashed potatoes that were so crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
Samsuddin 1980
1980.samsuddin@yahoo.comI'm not sure what I did wrong, but these mashers were a complete failure. They were dry, lumpy, and flavorless.
Ffdd Rf
r_f48@hotmail.frThese mashers were a bit too crispy for my taste, but they were still good. I think I will bake them for a shorter amount of time next time.
Talia Wood
wood.t100@gmail.comThese mashers were delicious! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were so creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making these again.
Liaquat Ali Mangrio
a.liaquat65@yahoo.comI made these mashers for Thanksgiving dinner and they were a huge disappointment. They were gluey and bland.
Kingsley Eke
k-e@hotmail.frThese mashers are the best! I've tried other recipes, but this one is my favorite.
Larry Gamble
larry_gamble71@yahoo.comI've made these mashers several times and they're always a hit. I love how easy they are to make and how delicious they are.
Tammy Kennedy12
k55@hotmail.frThese mashers were a disaster. They were dry and lumpy, and they didn't have much flavor.
Jan “Hammer” Pettersson
j@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but these mashers were really good. The crispy coating was a nice touch.
Tyron Sable
tyronsable45@hotmail.comThe mashers were a bit bland for my taste, but they were still good. I think I will add more herbs and spices next time.
Sujan Ranabhat
s_ranabhat25@gmail.comI made these mashers for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!
Tessa Evans
evans60@hotmail.co.ukThese mashers were so easy to make and they turned out perfect. I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were so creamy and delicious.
Ihsan Qurashi
q.ihsan@gmail.comThis recipe was a hit with my family! The mashers were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, and the flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.