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This is the best mashed potatoes that is creamy, smooth and easy to make. It’s a simple comfort food that many people love because it’s also filling. It tastes great with hot rice, gravy or some vegetables. It has a mild and buttery flavor and is one of those dishes that is perfect for any meal. Only 5 ingredients, this recipe includes step-by-step pictures along with a video.

This mashed potatoes is of course made with potatoes, butter, milk and garlic. This recipe doesn’t require fancy or heavy ingredients. Also, garlic gives a mild taste which goes well with potatoes. If it is mashed properly, its texture is smooth and creamy. Just try not to skip boiling the garlic with the potatoes, it really adds to the flavor. You can make this quickly without much planning or effort.

About Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are made by boiling potatoes, cooking them until soft and mashing them while still hot, then adding hot butter and milk to a smooth texture. This dish is common in many places and is prepared slightly differently in every home.

Some like its smoothness and some like its slightly rougher texture. This version is soft, creamy and easy to mix and is suitable to eat with vegetables. I usually make this on weekends when I don’t want to cook something complicated.

If you are looking for a mashed potatoes recipe that is buttery, smooth and creamy then this is perfect for you. My recipes are simple, quick and easy to make with minimal ingredients that are easily available in your pantry.

Butter and garlic give the main flavor to mashed potatoes. The garlic adds a mild aroma and the crushed black pepper adds a very mild spice. It is not spicy but not bland either. The taste is balanced and goes well with many foods. You can keep it simple or change it up a bit depending on the meal.

Mashed potatoes are much liked because of their texture. It should be fluffy and soft, not sticky or watery. Hot milk helps in getting good texture and makes it creamy. You can keep it smooth or a little thick as per your choice but do not over mix the mixture. This is an easy recipe and it does not take much time.

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Mashed Potatoes Ingredients

• Potato – I have used regular potatoes for this recipe, mash well for a soft texture. You can also use Yukon potatoes or russet potatoes.
• butter – I have added just for richness and ease. It adds flavor and aroma and you can also use olive oil if required.
• garlic cloves – I add it while boiling potatoes because it has a mild garlic flavor. If you don’t like garlic you can reduce or omit it.
• Milk – I have used the mash to make it creamy. It helps everything come together. You can also use half and half cream.
• crushed black pepper – I have added mild spices and for taste. It gives mild heat. You can use black or white pepper.

Why does this recipe work

• This is a very easy recipe using simple ingredients.
• This recipe gives a creamy texture without much effort.
• Garlic adds flavor but not much.
• It is light and comfortable, good for people of all ages.
• This recipe goes well with many side dishes.

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How to make mashed potatoes step by step

1. In a small saucepan add ½ cup full cream milk and 2 tablespoons butter. Mix well and bring to a boil, turn off.

2. In a vessel, add ½ kg cubed potatoes, 2 garlic cloves and salt as per taste.

3. Add water and let it cook till it submerges.

4.Cook on medium flame for about 15-20 minutes.

5. Check if it is mashable then it is correct.

6. Drain the water and put it back on the flame and let the excess water evaporate.

7. Mash it with the help of potato masher. I used my wooden masher so that it wouldn’t damage my favorite utensil 🙂

8. Remove from flame and add buttermilk mixture. If it is not hot then heat it slightly and add it. I added it in 2 batches.

9. Add salt as per taste and 1 teaspoon ground black pepper.

10.Mash it and mix well.

11. Creamy, soft and delicious mashed potatoes are ready.

Expert Tips

• Potato – You can use Yukon potatoes or russet potatoes or regular floury potatoes which are available in the markets.
• boil – I cut the potatoes into equal sized pieces. This helps them cook evenly and mash easily.
• damp -Allow excess moisture to evaporate. Keeping it on low flame removes excess moisture.
• mash – I always mash the potatoes while they are hot. Cold potatoes become lumpy and difficult to mash.
• hot milk – I heat the milk before adding it to the mixture, cold milk can affect the texture.
• avoid over mixing – I just mix until it comes together. Adding too much makes the mashed potatoes sticky.

serving and storage

Serve them hot with gravy, roasted vegetables, bread or any curry. It goes well with simple meals and festive dishes too. You can also add extra butter on top while serving. Store leftover mashed potatoes in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Before serving, add some milk and heat it on low flame.

general questions and answers

1.Can I skip garlic?

Yes, you can skip the garlic if you want plain mashed potatoes. The taste will still be good but I would prefer to add garlic for that flavor.

2.Can I make mashed potatoes in advance?

Yes, you can make it a day before and store it in the refrigerator. Add milk and heat again, stir to make it creamy before serving.

3.Why does my mashed potatoes become sticky?

This is usually caused by over mixing. Mash them gently and do not use a mixer or any electronic gadget. A hand masher is sufficient or you can also use a flat ladle.

4.Can I use cream?

Yes, you can use cream for better taste. You can also take ¼ cup milk and ¼ cup cream.

5.Can I freeze mashed potatoes?

Let the potatoes cool, cover tightly with a ziplock, and freeze for up to 5 months. When you want to use thaw overnight in the refrigerator, pour into a saucepan, add the milk and heat it slowly.

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