Recipe for creamy and delicious mashed potatoes, a beloved side dish in the USA:
Ingredients:
- 4 large russet potatoes
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped chives, grated cheese, or crispy bacon bits
Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks. This helps them cook more evenly.
- Rinse the potato chunks in cold water to remove excess starch.
- Boil the Potatoes:
- Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold, salted water.
- Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain and Dry:
- Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander.
- Return the drained potatoes to the hot pot and let them sit for a minute or two to evaporate any remaining moisture. This will make your mashed potatoes fluffier.
- Mash the Potatoes:
- Add the butter to the potatoes while they’re still hot. The residual heat will help melt the butter.
- Use a potato masher or a potato ricer to mash the potatoes and butter together until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually add the milk or cream while continuing to mash until the desired consistency is reached. You can adjust the amount of milk or cream to your liking.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Be sure to taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve:
- Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl.
- If desired, garnish with chopped chives, grated cheese, or crispy bacon bits for extra flavor and texture.
- Enjoy:
- Serve your homemade mashed potatoes hot as a side dish with your favorite main courses, such as roast turkey, fried chicken, or meatloaf. They are also great with gravy!
Now you have a classic American mashed potatoes recipe that’s sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
