BUTTERY MASHED POTATOES

 

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This Recipe Serves 2-3

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These Buttery Mashed Potatoes are so soft, fluffy & delicious. It is super easy to prepare & is a great side to any meal.

If you struggle with lumpy mashed potatoes then this recipe is a must try. This recipe can also be adjusted by adding in some garlic powder or sour cream to make it a bit extra.

Buttery Mashed Potatoes Ingredients:

• 4 potatoes
• salt to taste
• ½ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon butter
• water as needed

Method:

1. Get the potatoes out.
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3. Peel potatoes.
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5. Cut the potatoes into cubes.
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7. Place the potatoes into a pot of water.
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9. Bring the pot of water to a boil & allow the potatoes to boil until soft.
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11. Once the potatoes are soft, empty into a colander to drain off the excess water.
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13. Add the milk & butter into a pouring jug or bowl.
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15. Microwave the milk & butter for 1 minute or until the butter has melted.
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17. Mix well.
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19. Place the strained potatoes into a bowl.
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21. Add salt to taste.
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23. Mash the salted potatoes with a smasher or fork.
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25. Gradually add in a little of the milk & butter liquid to the mashed potatoes.
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27. Stir & add more liquid in.
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29. Stop adding liquid when you notice that the potatoes are light & fluffy. Adding too much liquid can cause the potatoes to be runny instead of fluffy.
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31. Plate & serve hot or cold. The Buttery Mashed Potatoes can be garnished with fresh thyme for that rustic look.
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35. Serve with your favourite chicken or any other meals.
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