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Ultimate Light and Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

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Total Time45 Mins
Prep Time15 Mins
Cook Time30 Mins
ServingsServes 12
Potato Type: Russet
Cuisine: American
Prep Method: BoiledMashed

Dish

Side DishMain Dish

Prep Time

15 Mins

Cook Time

30 Mins

Serving

Serves 12

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs Russet Potatoes
  • 2 cups Whole Milk
  • 12 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, softened
  • As Needed Kosher Salt
  • As Needed Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Preparation

  1. Peel your potatoes and cut them into uniform, 2-inch pieces. Uniformity will ensure they cook evenly.
    • Note: If you opt to leave the skins on, dice your potatoes slightly smaller, so you’re not left with overly large chunks of skin in your final mashed potatoes.
  2. Add diced potatoes to a bowl of cold water and let them sit for a few minutes—you should see starch sink to the bottom of the bowl. Then rinse them 2-3 times until the water runs clear.
  3. Transfer your potatoes to a large stockpot and add enough cold water to cover them by about 1-2 inches.
  4. Over high heat, bring your pot to boil and then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes until they are fork-tender and offer no resistance when pierced with a knife.
  5. Once cooked, drain the potatoes in a colander and allow them to sit for 1-2 minutes to release steam.
  6. If you’re using a ricer or food mill, place it over another pot to catch the potatoes as you pass them through. You can also use a masher or whisk to mash them directly in the pot you used to boil them.
  7. Warm your milk and butter in a separate pot. If you’d like to flavor your potatoes, add herbs and seasonings to your milk before incorporating it. Gradually add your warmed milk and butter to the potatoes, gently folding them in with a rubber spatula.
  8. Finally, give your mashed potatoes a taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed. Keep them warm until it’s time to serve to preserve their texture.

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Nutrition Facts Per Serving

Calories

250

Fat

13g

Sodium

25mg

Cholesterol

35mg

Vitamin C

8mg

Carbohydrates

29g

Fiber

2g

Protein

5g

Potassium

688mg

Sugar

3g

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