Mashed Potatoes
- 15m Prep Time
- 30m Cook Time
- 45m Ready In
Classic creamy mashed potatoes made with butter and hot milk. A perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
- 6 potatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup hot milk
Nutrition (per serving, estimated)
Estimated based off 4 of 4 identified ingredients (per 100 g food data, scaled by amount).
Vitamins & minerals
- Calcium: 55.7 mg
- Iron: 1.95 mg
- Magnesium: 54.1 mg
- Phosphorus: 144 mg
- Potassium: 969 mg
- Zinc: 0.76 mg
Let's Prepare
Collect
Gather these ingredients — no prep needed yet.
- 6 potatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/3 cup hot milk
Let's Cook
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Step 1.
Scrub 6 potatoes thoroughly, then pare (peel) them. Drop the peeled potatoes into a bowl of cold water as you work to prevent browning. If the potatoes are old or have been frozen, let them stand in cold water for 30 minutes.
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Step 2.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough boiling water to cover them. Cover the pot and cook over medium-high heat for 20 to 30 minutes, until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork. When the potatoes are nearly done, add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
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Step 3.
Drain the potatoes well in a colander. Return them to the pot or transfer to a mixing bowl. Use a potato ricer or masher to mash the potatoes until smooth.
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Step 4.
Add 2 tablespoons of butter and ⅓ cup of hot milk to the mashed potatoes. Beat with a fork until the mixture is creamy and fluffy.
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Step 5.
Pile the mashed potatoes lightly onto a warmed serving dish. Keep them warm, for example in a chafing dish over hot water, until ready to serve. Just before serving, dot the top with additional butter and sprinkle with paprika.