Here’s a classic recipe for creamy Mashed potatoes:
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- 4 tbsp butter
- ½–¾ cup milk or cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Optional:
- Garlic
- Sour cream
- Cream cheese
- Chives
Instructions
- Peel and cut potatoes into chunks.
- Boil in salted water for 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain well.
- Mash with butter.
- Gradually add warm milk/cream until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper.
Tips
- Yukon Gold = creamier texture
- Russet = fluffier texture
- Warm the milk before adding for smoother potatoes
- Don’t overmix or they can become gluey
Flavor Variations
- Garlic mashed potatoes
- Cheddar & chive
- Loaded mashed potatoes with bacon and sour cream
- Parmesan and roasted garlic
