Ultimate Homemaker

Recipe for Homemade Mashed Potatoes

Posted on November 10, 2007
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Homemade mashed potatoes are not only easy to make, but it’s also a lot more economical than the store bought kind (and tastier too).  Here is a very basic recipe.

You’ll need:

2 pounds of potatoes
1 cup of milk (more or less to desired consistency)
1/4 cup of butter or margarine
salt and pepper

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into cubes.  I usually cut them lengthwise, turn them and cut them lengthwise again, then finally cut them in half.
2. Put the potatoes into a pot that is large enough to hold them plus water.  I typically use a large stockpot.
3. Put water into the pot to cover the potatoes plus another inch or two more.
4. Put the potatoes on the stove and turn the heat on high.  When the water starts to boil, turn your heat down to low and let the potatoes cook for about 10-15 minutes.
5. After 10 minutes, use a fork and stick it into one of the potato pieces.  If it easily slides in, they are done.  If they still feel a little firm, let them cook the additional 5 minutes.
6. Pour the potatoes into a colander and let all the water drain out.
7. Either return the potatoes to the pot or a large bowl.
8. Use a masher to mash the potatoes a few times.
9. Add milk and butter using a hand mixer.  You can continue to use the masher, but a hand mixer will whip the potatoes up.  Here is where you control how smooth or lumpy you want your mashed potatoes to be.
10. Add salt and pepper to taste.  Start with a dash or two and taste and then add accordingly.

Move your mashed potatoes to a serving dish and cover will foil until ready to serve.

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