Real Mashed Potatoes

Name: Real Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients: 5 pounds medium red-skinned potatoes; 1 tablespoon salt, plus more to taste; 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature; 2 tablespoons milk; Pepper to taste

5 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

5 pounds medium red-skinned potatoes
1 tablespoon salt, plus more to taste
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, at room temperature
2 tablespoons milk
Pepper to taste

Directions

1

Peel the potatoes and cut them in 1-inch cubes.
2

Place the potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt in a large saucepan with water to cover and bring to a boil.
3

Reduce the heat and simmer the potatoes until very tender, about 30 minutes.
4

(You can also cook the potatoes in a pressure cooker for about 5 minutes.)
5

Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
6

Add the butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste.
7

Use an electric mixer or a hand mixer to whip the potatoes to a smooth texture, about 5 minutes.
8

You shouldnt see any lumps.
9

If you do, keep mixing!
10

Serve immediately.