Basic Mashed Potatoes

Blushing Belle

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Blushing Belle

Just about as easy peazy as you can get, this recipe for basic mashed potatoes is a no-fuss dish you can whip together any day of the week.

Ingredients

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Step 1 out of 4

Add potatoes to large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil for 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

Step 2 out of 4

Meanwhile, place milk and butter in a small sauce pot and heat over low heat until butter is steaming.

Step 3 out of 4

Once potatoes are cooked, strain and transfer to medium mixing bowl.

Step 4 out of 4

Using a potato masher, smash potatoes with milk and butter mixture and season with salt and pepper.