Simple Mashed Potatoes

Name: Simple Mashed Potatoes
Ingredients: 2 pounds medium russet potatoes, scrubbed (3 to 4 potatoes); Kosher salt; 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into pieces; 1 cup half-and-half, warmed; Freshly ground pepper

5 ingredients

4 steps

Ingredients

2 pounds medium russet potatoes, scrubbed (3 to 4 potatoes)
Kosher salt
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature, cut into pieces
1 cup half-and-half, warmed
Freshly ground pepper

Directions

1

Put the potatoes in a large saucepan, add enough cold water to just cover and salt generously.
2

Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook, uncovered, until the potatoes are fork-tender, 45 to 55 minutes.
3

Drain the potatoes, peel (use an oven mitt or kitchen towel to steady the potatoes) and transfer to a large bowl.
4

Add the butter, warm milk, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and a few grinds of black pepper, and mash with a potato masher.