Here’s my go-to method for making mashed potatoes.
Rich and creamy, bursting with flavor, and surprisingly simple to prepare, these mashed potatoes are a certain hit at any gathering.
Simply combine potatoes with salt, butter, milk, or cream (for a more intense finish).
If you have the perfect method down, you won’t even need any more seasonings.
INGREDIENTS
1.5 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into 2.5cm cubes
1 tbsp salt (for cooking)
50 g unsalted butter
85 ml warm milk
1/2 tsp salt
Garnish:
Extra melted butter
Chives or parsley
DIRECTIONS
- Cut the potato into uniform cubes;
- Boil in salted water until extremely tender; this will ensure that the potatoes are seasoned throughout.
When poked with a fork, it should fall apart almost completely; - Boil in salted water until extremely tender; this will ensure that the potatoes are seasoned throughout.
When poked with a fork, it should fall apart almost completely; - After draining, return the potatoes to the pot and mash them with butter, salt and warm milk.
- Mash till light and fluffy;
- To serve, move to a bowl and create a decorative design by swirling the contents.
- And if you really want to take the mash to the next level, just add extra melted butter and chives on top to serve!
