Traditional Mashed Potatoes

Name: Traditional Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings (about 4-1/2 cups).
Ingredients: 6 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed; 1/2 cup warm whole milk or heavy whipping cream; 1/4 cup butter, cubed; 3/4 teaspoon salt; Dash pepper

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min. YIELD: 6 servings (about 4-1/2 cups).

Mashed potatoes make a wonderful accompaniment to most any meal, so keep this recipe handy.

Ingredients

6 medium russet potatoes (about 2 pounds), peeled and cubed
1/2 cup warm whole milk or heavy whipping cream
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper

Directions

1. Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium; cook, uncovered, until easily pierced with a fork, 20-25 minutes. Drain.
2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in milk, salt and pepper; heat through. Pour over potatoes; mash until light and fluffy.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 168 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 22mg cholesterol, 367mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.

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