Creamy Mashed Potatoes (Printable)

Fluffy, buttery mashed potatoes made creamy with warm milk and butter. Perfect comfort food side ready in 30 minutes.

# What's Needed:

→ Potatoes

01 - 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks

→ Dairy

02 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more to serve
03 - 1/2 cup whole milk, warmed

→ Seasoning

04 - 1 teaspoon salt, plus more for boiling water
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water and add a generous pinch of salt.
02 - Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
03 - Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot.
04 - Add butter, warm milk, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning to taste.
05 - Serve hot, topped with a pat of butter if desired.

# Tips for Success:

01 -
  • These potatoes come together in just 30 minutes but taste like they took all day
  • The technique guarantees fluffy results every single time without any fancy equipment
02 -
  • Overworking potatoes with a mixer or food processor turns them into glue
  • Warming your milk before adding it prevents the potatoes from becoming gummy
03 -
  • Start with cold water so the potatoes cook evenly throughout
  • Let the drained potatoes sit in the hot pot for a minute to steam off excess moisture

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