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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.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Butter, Mashed Potatoes, Milk, Potatoes
Dietary Need Gluten Free
Cooking Method Stovetop
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 106kcal

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Large Stovetop Pot
  • Potato Masher

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Butter
  • ¼ cup Milk Low-fat
  • Salt To taste
  • Ground Black Pepper To taste

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

Calories: 106kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 498mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg