Recipe for Creamy Mashed Potatoes

This side dish is made from boiled potatoes mashed together with whole milk and butter.

Portions
4 people

Preparation Time
30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 kilogram potatoes
  • 100 grams butter
  • 150 milliliters milk
  • 5 grams salt
  • 2 grams pepper

Preparation

  1. Peel and cut potatoes into uniform chunks then boil in salted water for twenty minutes
  2. Drain the water and let the potatoes steam dry in the pot for two minutes
  3. Mash the potatoes thoroughly using a hand masher or a ricer for a smooth result
  4. Add butter and warm milk gradually while stirring until the desired creaminess is reached
  5. Season with extra salt and black pepper to taste before serving hot

Tips

  • Use floury potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds for the fluffiest and smoothest results
  • Always warm the milk and butter before adding them to keep the potatoes hot
  • Do not overwork the potatoes or they will become gummy and gluey in texture