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A white bowl filled with creamy mashed potatoes topped with melted butter.

Mashed Potatoes

Classic mashed potatoes made with butter and milk for a creamy side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 237
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs potatoes peeled and quartered
  • 1/2 cup milk warmed
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Potato masher
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
  4. Add butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.
  5. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For extra creaminess, substitute half the milk with heavy cream.

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