Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Directions

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   The Technique: The perfect mashed potatoes aren't actually mashed.
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   The key is using a potato ricer (which looks like a giant garlic press).
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   This gadget gently breaks the potatoes into tiny, flaky pieces (rather than smashing them into a gluey mass), creating just the right texture.
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   Your left with light, fluffy, perfect potatoes.
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   Bring large pot of salted water to boil.
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   Add potatoes and garlic; reduce heat to medium and simmer with lid slightly ajar until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
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   Drain potatoes; return to pot.
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   Toss potatoes and garlic over high heat until moisture evaporates, about 2 minutes.
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   Heat milk with butter in small saucepan over medium heat until butter is melted; set aside.
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    Using potato ricer, press potatoes and garlic into large bowl.
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    Add milk mixture; stir to blend.
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    Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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    (DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead.
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    Transfer to microwave-safe bowl; let stand at room temperature.
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    Reheat in microwave in 1-minute intervals until heated through, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes.
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