TWO-INGREDIENT MASHED POTATOES
These weeknight mashed potatoes taste purely like potato. The secret? Starchy water. Save some of it after you boil the potatoes, and after mashing, stir it back in, a tablespoon at a time, until they come together. Then, add with a little sour cream for tang. It's that easy - and creamy and light. Take it from Ma Ingalls of "Little House on the Prairie" fame: "There was no milk, but Ma said, 'Leave a very little of the boiling water in, and after you mash them beat them extra hard with the big spoon.' The potatoes turned out white and fluffy."
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, easy, for two, weekday, vegetables, side dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Put them in a large saucepan, add 2 tablespoons salt, and cover them by 1 inch of cold water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce to medium and let cook until piercing with a fork yields no resistance, about 10 minutes.
- Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes over low heat using a potato masher or wooden spoon until completely mashed.
- Vigorously stir in the reserved potato water, adding 1 tablespoon at a time until the potatoes are smooth and come together (you will use about 1/2 cup). Stir in the sour cream, then season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 209, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 42 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 563 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Jayson Potter
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a bit too garlicky for my taste. I would recommend using less garlic next time.
Chung Mot
[email protected]I was really disappointed with these mashed potatoes. They were dry and lumpy.
Portia Segbedzi
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were the perfect side dish for my roasted chicken. They were creamy and flavorful.
KENNY BETTS
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were bland and tasteless. I would not recommend them.
md sadikul islam
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but these were actually pretty good. I would definitely make them again.
ibrahim 2
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were delicious! I will definitely be making them again for my family.
Sakhi Shah
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a bit too thick for my taste. I would recommend adding a bit more milk until you reach your desired consistency.
Ahmad Boy
[email protected]I love that this recipe is so easy and affordable. I will definitely be making these mashed potatoes again.
JS Jahid
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt than the recipe calls for.
Aimee Mae Bartholomew
[email protected]These mashed potatoes are a great base for other dishes. I added some cheese and bacon, and they were amazing.
Aameer khan
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my mashed potatoes turned out lumpy. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
Cherry Hamlin
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were delicious! I added a bit of garlic and rosemary, and they were perfect.
Cecilliah Sooli
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were okay, but I've had better. They were a bit too runny for my liking.
Kadence Gentz
[email protected]I've never made mashed potatoes before, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm definitely going to make these again.
Ryan Watton
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a bit bland for my taste. I would recommend adding some butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
Sarah Ekstedt
[email protected]I was skeptical about how good mashed potatoes could be with only two ingredients, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were creamy and flavorful.
Lubega Richard
[email protected]These mashed potatoes were a hit! They were so easy to make and tasted delicious. I loved that I only needed two ingredients.