Description
A classic mashed potatoes recipe that is creamy and fluffy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the butter and begin mashing.
- Slowly add milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes for best results.
- Add garlic for extra flavor if desired.
- Can be made ahead and reheated.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: mashed potatoes recipe, creamy mashed potatoes, potato side dish