How to Make Mashed Potatoes
Get all the tricks you'll need to master mashed potatoes for your next meal.
What elevates mashed potatoes from fine to fantastic? A few simple steps and the addition of sour cream.
1 Gather the Ingredients
Here are your key players: 1 1/2 pounds of Yukon gold potatoes, 1/2 cup of milk, two tablespoons of sour cream, three tablespoons of butter and plenty of salt and pepper.
2 Prep the Potatoes
Peel the potatoes, then rinse. Cut each potato into quarters. Make sure the pieces are equally sized so they cook evenly.
3 Boil the Potatoes
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Boil on high for 15-20 minutes, or until done.
4 Mash the Potatoes
Drain the water and place the potatoes in a mixing bowl. Add the milk, sour cream and butter. Mix with an electric mixer until potatoes are smooth and creamy; adding more milk, if necessary. Don't over mix — that makes the potatoes gluey.
If using a potato masher, mash potatoes first, then use a strong spoon to beat them further.
5 Season & Enjoy!
Add salt and pepper, to taste.
Try topping your mashed potatoes with a pat of butter, parsley, chives or paprika.
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