Mashed potatoes are a simple dish made by boiling potatoes until soft, then mashing them into a smooth or slightly chunky texture.
Basic ingredients:
- Potatoes (usually starchy ones like Russet)
- Butter
- Milk or cream
- Salt
How they’re made:
- Peel and cut potatoes into chunks
- Boil in salted water until soft
- Drain well
- Mash while hot
- Mix in butter and warm milk/cream
- Season with salt (and sometimes pepper or garlic)
Common variations:
- Garlic mashed potatoes (with roasted or boiled garlic)
- Cheesy mash (cheddar or parmesan)
- Herbed mash (parsley, chives)
- Loaded mash (bacon, cheese, sour cream)
Tips for best texture:
- Don’t overmix or they can turn gluey
- Use hot potatoes when mashing
- Warm the milk before adding it
If you want, I can give you a restaurant-style creamy mashed potatoes recipe or a low-calorie version.
