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Mashed Potatoes Recipe Deliciously Creamy And Full Of Flavor!

Mashed Potatoes Recipe

These are the greatest homemade mashed potatoes I've ever tried! They are smooth, creamy, and full of flavor.
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 209kcal
Author: Anne Carter
Servings: 10

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Potato masher
  • Colander
  • Peeler
  • Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

  • 3 cloves garlic optional
  • ⅓ cup salted butter melted
  • 4 pounds potatoes russet or Yukon gold
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 1 cup milk or cream

Instructions

  • Peel and quarter the potatoes.
  • Place them in a pot with cold salted water.
  • Add garlic if using and bring to a boil.
  • Cook uncovered for 15 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain well.
  • Heat milk on the stove or in the microwave.
  • Add melted butter to the potatoes and mash.
  • Gradually mix in the warm milk until smooth, then season with salt and pepper. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 209kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 798mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 238IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 2mg
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