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CHEF JOHN'S PERFECT MASHED POTATOES | ALLRECIPES



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This recipe will hopefully give you the proper techniques to turn out perfect mashed potatoes every time; always light, fluffy and lump-free.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Total Time 40 minutes

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
¼ cup butter
½ cup whole milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes into a large pot, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, and return the potatoes to the pot. Turn heat to high, and allow the potatoes to dry for about 30 seconds. Turn off the heat.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher twice around the pot, then add the butter and milk. Continue to mash until smooth and fluffy. Whisk in the salt and black pepper until evenly distributed, about 15 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.1 calories, CarbohydrateContent 49.7 g, CholesterolContent 33.6 mg, FatContent 12.7 g, FiberContent 6.1 g, ProteinContent 6.7 g, SaturatedFatContent 7.9 g, SodiumContent 30.4 mg, SugarContent 3.5 g

BEST HOMEMADE MASHED POTATOES RECIPE - HOW TO MAK…



Best Homemade Mashed Potatoes Recipe - How to Mak… image

Looking for the best mashed potato recipe? These ultra-creamy, buttery, foolproof mashed potatoes are the perfect accompaniment to any holiday meal.

Provided by Lindsay Funston

Categories     vegetarian    Christmas    Thanksgiving    side dish

Total Time 30 minutes

Prep Time 25 minutes

Cook Time 0S

Yield 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lb.

mixed potatoes, such as russets & Yukon Golds

Kosher salt

1/2 c.

(1 stick) butter, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish

1/2 c.

whole milk

1/2 c.

sour cream

Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot, cover potatoes with water and add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook until totally soft, 16 to 18 minutes. Drain and return potatoes to pot. Use a potato masher to mash potatoes until smooth. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter with milk until warm. Pour over warm milk-butter mixture and stir until completely combined and creamy. Add sour cream and stir until combined. Season mashed potatoes generously with salt and pepper. Transfer potatoes to a serving bowl and top with remaining two tablespoons butter. Season with more pepper before serving.

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