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Mashed Potatoes

Inspired by

If We Were Villains

by M L Rio

Cook Time:

20 minutes

Total Time:

35 minutes

Equipment:

  • measuring cup

  • knife

  • cutting board

  • potato peeler, optional

  • large pot

  • strainer

  • small saucepan or microwave safe bowl

  • potato masher

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs potatoes

  • 3 cloves garlic, optional

  • 1/3 c. melted salted butter

  • 1 c. milk or cream

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

  1. Peel and quarter the potatoes and place them in a pot of cold, salted water. 

  2. Add cloves and bring water to a boil.

  3. Cook uncovered for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender. Drain well.

  4. Heat milk on the stove top or microwave until warm.

  5. Add butter to the potatoes and mash. Pour in heated milk a bit at a time while using the masher until you receive the desired consistency. 

  6. Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.

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