Basic Mashed Potatoes
The ultimate comfort food!
- 6 medium-sized potatoes, washed, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- Salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup milk
Bring pot of water to boil.
Add potatoes and cook about 23 minutes, boiling rapidly.
Test with a fork and, when tender, remove from heat.
Drain potatoes in a strainer.
Mash thoroughly with masher or electric mixer (don't over-mix) until smooth.
Add butter, milk and salt to taste.
If the mixture is too stiff, add another ¼ cup of milk.
Serve immediately.
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