Mashed Potatoes

Mashed Potatoes

(8-12 servings)

Ingredients:

3 lb. Red or Yukon Gold Potatoes

8 Tbsp. Butter

1 Cup Milk

2 Tsp. Salt

1 Tsp. Black Pepper

Directions:

Wash and remove any bad spots from the potatoes.  It is your choice to peel or not peel the potatoes.  Cut each potato into 4 to 8 pieces depending on the size of each.  Place in a large pot and cover with cold water to at least an inch above the potatoes and heat over medium-high heat to a boil.  Cook at a boil for about 20 to 30 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when you stick them with a fork.  Drain off the water and leave in the pot.  Heat the butter and milk together in the microwave until butter has melted and milk is warm.  This keeps the potatoes from cooling down as you mash them.  Use the microwave in 15 to 20 second blocks on the butter and milk.  Once this is done, add to the potatoes and mashed to your desired consistency with a hand mixer, blending stick or manual potato masher.  Remember to add the salt and pepper as you mashed the potatoes.  When done taste the potatoes and adjust the seasoning if needed and serve.

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