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The Best Mashed Potatoes Recipe

This comfort food staple is easy to make and easy to eat!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 210kcal
Author FoodFaithFitness

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds potatoes russet or Yukon gold
  • 3 cloves garlic optional
  • 1/3 cup salted butter melted
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Peel and quarter the potatoes, then place them in a large pot of cold salted water.
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  • If desired, add the garlic cloves to the pot. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes uncovered for about 15 minutes or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes well.
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  • While the potatoes are draining, gently heat the milk on the stovetop or in the microwave until it is warm but not boiling.
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  • Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add the melted butter and start mashing the potatoes. Gradually pour in the warm milk, continuing to mash until you reach the desired creamy consistency.
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  • Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste. Serve them hot and enjoy the comfort of this classic side dish.
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  • DEVOUR!

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 69mg | Potassium: 806mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 232IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1mg