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Recipe Mashed Potatoes | Author Alice Moderator Trusted Author | Submitted 2/18/2026, 12:59:53 PM

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Title diff

  • Mashed Potatoes

Intro diff

  • Smooth and rich classic mash.

Description diff

  • Starch gelatinization and fat enrichment create a silky texture.

Recipe facts diff

  • Cuisine: American
  • Course: Side
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Total time: 35 min
  • Servings: 6 servings
  • Tool: Chef's knife
  • Tool: Cutting board
  • Tool: Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tag: Side
  • Tag: Potato
  • Tag: Holiday

Related links diff

  • roast-chicken
  • shepherds-pie
  • -bbq-ribs

Ingredients diff

  • 2 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chunked
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup whole milk or cream, warmed
  • 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Steps diff

  • Cut potatoes into even chunks and start them in cold salted water.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook until fully tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Drain thoroughly, then return to the hot pot for 1 minute to drive off moisture.
  • Mash and fold in warm butter and cream until smooth but still light.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Technique notes diff

  • Warming dairy before adding | Warm fat incorporates more evenly and preserves texture. | Cold dairy can tighten mash and mute flavor.
  • Heat staging and carryover control | Managing burner intensity and resting windows prevents overshoot from residual heat after active cooking. | This sequence relies on brief finishing steps where controlled carryover keeps texture and flavor balanced.

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