Here’s a classic, creamy mashed potatoes recipe 🥔
Simple, comforting, and easy to make.
Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients
- 2 lb potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet)
- Salt (for water and seasoning)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ½–¾ cup milk (or cream for extra rich)
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep potatoes
- Peel (optional) and cut into even chunks.
- Boil
- Place potatoes in a pot, cover with cold salted water.
- Bring to a boil, then simmer 15–20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain
- Drain well and return potatoes to the hot pot.
- Let steam dry for 1–2 minutes.
- Mash
- Add butter and mash.
- Slowly add warm milk until creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve
- Serve hot with extra butter on top.
Variations
- 🧄 Garlic mashed potatoes: Boil a few garlic cloves with the potatoes
- 🧀 Cheesy: Stir in shredded cheese
- 🌿 Herb: Add chives or parsley
- 🥛 Dairy-free: Use olive oil and plant milk
If you want a super smooth, skin-on, or make-ahead version, just let me know 😊
