How to Make Mash Potatoes

Not only are homemade mashed potatoes easy to make, but they're also a lot less expensive than the store bought kind (and tastier too). Here is a very basic recipe so that you can make your own mashed potatoes from scratch.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 2 lbs. Potatoes
• 1 Cup Milk
• 1/4 Cup Butter or Margarine
• Salt & Pepper to Taste

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into quarters.

2. Put the potatoes into a large pot and add enough water to cover them.

3. Bring the water to a boil and then reduce the heat to low. Cook for 10 - 15 minutes.

4. Use a fork to check the firmness of the potatoes and when they are done, drain the water off of them using a colander.

5. Put the cooked potatoes into a large bowl and mash them with a fork or a potato masher.

6. Add milk and butter and continue mixing - either by hand or with a mixer. Add more milk for smoother mashed potatoes.

7. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Tips & Warnings

• Start with a small amount of milk and add more as necessary. It's easier to thin the potatoes than it is to thicken them!
• For chunkier potatoes, mash them less.