Mashed Potatoes
Get ready to make the easiest mashed potatoes ever! This simple recipe uses just a few ingredients. The potatoes are boiled until tender, then mashed with butter and milk to create a creamy, fluffy texture. You can easily customize this recipe with your favorite add-ins like garlic or cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Butter
- ¼ cup Milk Low-fat
- Salt To taste
- Ground Black Pepper To taste
Equipment
- Stovetop
- Large Stovetop Pot
- Potato Masher
Instructions
- Cut potatoes in half. Place in large stovetop pot, cover with cold water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to a gentle boil and cook until potatoes are tender.
- When potatoes are tender, drain and mash the potatoes with a fork or a potato masher.
- Stir in butter, salt, pepper, and milk. Return to low heat and stir until warm if needed.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Mashed Potatoes
Amount per Serving
Calories
106
Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
1
g
Cholesterol
4
mg
1
%
Sodium
22
mg
1
%
Potassium
498
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
21
g
7
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
58
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
22
mg
27
%
Calcium
31
mg
3
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Keyword Butter, Mashed Potatoes, Milk, Potatoes