Basic Mashed Potatoes

Name: Basic Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: 6 large russet potatoes- about 7 cups cut in chunks; 8 c water to cover; 1 tsp salt; 5-6 Tbsp butter or margarine; 1/2 c evaporated milk or milk; 1/2 tsp salt, to taste; dash(es) paprika, optional

By Gail Welch
@sugarshack

This is one of the best loved and a basic dish in most families. We just can't seem to get enough mashed or some say "creamed" potatoes. You may serve with additional butter melted on top, cheese, brown or cream gravy. There's nothing fancy about this recipe just plain good.

Rating:

★★★★★ 2 votes5

Comments:

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Serves:

Prep:

10 Min

Cook:

25 Min

Ingredients

6

large russet potatoes- about 7 cups cut in chunks
8 c

water to cover
1 tsp

salt
5-6 Tbsp

butter or margarine
1/2 c

evaporated milk or milk
1/2 tsp

salt, to taste
dash(es)

paprika, optional
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How to Make Basic Mashed Potatoes

Step-by-Step

Wash and peel potatoes. Cut into chunks (about 1-inch) and rinse.
Place in large sauce pan and cover with water. Add 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender-approximately 20-25 minutes.
Remove from heat and drain. Add additional 1/2 tsp. salt to taste. Add butter and evaporated milk. Whip with mixer until fluffy. Sprinkle top with paprika, to add color, if desired. Serve warm.

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