Mashed Potatoes

Make this smooth, creamy, and delicious mashed potatoes for a special celebration or Sunday lunch. It’s surprisingly easy to prepare and super flavorful! Serve with chopped green onions or extra butter on top.

Preparation and Cooking Time

25g butter, sliced into small pieces

500g russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

1 garlic clove, finely grated

salt and black pepper to taste

In a medium pot, add the potatoes and cover with cold water, then sprinkle with salt. Bring to a boil over high heat.

When it starts boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes or until the potatoes are soft. Drain, then place it back in the pan to steam dry for about 3-5 minutes.

Place the milk, butter, and garlic in a saucepan and warm over low heat. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes for a lumpier mash.

Add the warmed milk mixture, pepper, and salt into the bowl with the hot mashed potatoes. Use a wooden spatula to beat everything together until the mash is creamy and smooth and the butter is melted.

Serve in bowls and garnish with chopped green onion and butter.

1. I recommend that you add 2 teaspoons of garlic powder if you prefer a stronger garlic flavor.

2. To achieve very creamy potatoes, use a hand masher or potato ricer. A food processor, stand mixer or hand mixer can also be used, but it will break down the starches in the potatoes and result in a gummy texture.

Calories: 282 | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Carbs: 36g | Protein: 4g | Sodium: 74mg | Cholesterol: 18mg | Sugar: 2g | Fiber: 3g

Nutritional information is a guide only.

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