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Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Buttery Mashed Potatoes

BUTTERY MASHED POTATOES

 


This Recipe Serves 2-3


 

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.
  4. Cut the potatoes into cubes.
  5. Place the potatoes into a pot of water.
  6. Bring the pot of water to a boil & allow the potatoes to boil until soft.
  7. Once the potatoes are soft, empty into a colander to drain off the excess water.
  8. Add the milk & butter into a pouring jug or bowl.
  9. Microwave the milk & butter for 1 minute or until the butter has melted.
  10. Mix well.
  11. Place the strained potatoes into a bowl.
  12. Add salt to taste.
  13. Mash the salted potatoes with a smasher or fork.
  14. Gradually add in a little of the milk & butter liquid to the mashed potatoes.
  15. Stir & add more liquid in.
  16. 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.
  17. Plate & serve hot or cold. The Buttery Mashed Potatoes can be garnished with fresh thyme for that rustic look.
  18. Serve with your favourite chicken or any other meals.

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