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How to Make Reduced-Fat Mashed Potatoes

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A potato ricer creates the best mashed potatoes of all time, even if you're cutting back on the fat grams. Serves 6.

From Quick Guide: Low Fat Recipes
Difficulty: Moderately Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • 3 lbs. russet potatoes peeled and cut into large chunks
  • 6 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • Groceries
  • Peppers
  • Salt
  • Salt
  • Large Pots
  • Potato Ricers
  • Small Saucepans
  • Wire Whisks
  • Salt
  • Salt
  1. Step 1

    Put potatoes in a medium pot and cover with cold water.

  2. Step 2

    Add a good pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.

  3. Step 3

    Lower the heat to medium and simmer about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are easily pierced with the tip of a knife.

  4. Step 4

    Drain potatoes and reserve 1 cup of the cooking water.

  5. Step 5

    Place the cooking water in a small saucepan with 4 tbsp. butter and bring to a simmer over low heat. Cover.

  6. Step 6

    Take drained potatoes and return to the pot they were cooked in and place over medium heat.

  7. Step 7

    Shake potatoes until they are dry and mealy and remove from heat.

  8. Step 8

    Pass potatoes through a potato ricer.

  9. Step 9

    Gradually whisk in the mixture of butter and potato cooking water.

  10. Step 10

    Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve immediately.

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