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Mashed Potatoes
CategorySide dish
Total Time30 min
DifficultyIntermediate
Yields8
CuisineAmerican
Recipe Ingredients
First of all, check if you have all the necessary ingredients for this recipe. Pay attention to the quantities!
- 5 pounds russet potatoes (8 to 10 large potatoes)
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt for the boiling water, plus more to taste
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
- 1/4 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into 8 slices
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, or to taste
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped chives, or to taste
Recipe Instructions
Next, follow the steps to finalize your dish and finally be able to enjoy it!
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Peel and quarter potatoes, and transfer to a 6-quart pot. Add enough water to cover by 2 inches, and add 2 tablespoons kosher salt
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Bring to a boil on high heat, stir once, and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer gently, until potatoes are completely tender, but not falling apart, 30 to 40 minutes.
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When potatoes are almost done, add evaporated milk, milk, and buttermilk to a saucepan, and place over low heat. Drain potatoes very well and add to a large bowl, or back into the pot.
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Use a masher to mash potatoes smooth. Add butter; mash again until butter disappears. Add 1 teaspoon salt, white pepper, cayenne, and hot milk mixture
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Use a whisk or electric hand mixer on high speed to whip potatoes until light and fluffy. Taste for seasoning, garnish with melted butter and chives, and serve immediately.