Classic Mashed Potatoes

Name: Classic Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (4 to 5 medium), peeled and chopped; Kosher salt; 1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) salted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature; 1/4 to 1/2 cup milk, warmed; Freshly ground pepper; Chopped fresh parsley, for topping

6 ingredients

8 steps

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds russet potatoes (4 to 5 medium), peeled and chopped
Kosher salt
1 1/2 sticks (12 tablespoons) salted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature
1/4 to 1/2 cup milk, warmed
Freshly ground pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, for topping

Directions

1

Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch.
2

Season generously with salt and bring to a boil.
3

Reduce the heat to medium and simmer until very tender, about 15 minutes.
4

Drain the potatoes and return to the saucepan over low heat; cook until any remaining water evaporates, about 2 minutes.
5

Add all but 1 tablespoon butter; mash with a potato masher until smooth.
6

Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, then gradually mash in the milk until creamy.
7

Transfer to a serving dish; top with the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and chopped parsley.
8

Photograph by Ryan Dausch