Creamy Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
Simple and delicious mashed potatoes that can be served classic or customized to a variety of flavors.
Ingredients
- 5 medium potatoes
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1–3 tablespoons milk
- Salt to taste (optional but recommended)
Instructions
- Peel and chop the potatoes
- Wash, peel, and cut your potatoes into evenly sized chunks. This helps them cook evenly.
- Boil until tender
- Place the potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for about 15–20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly and transfer to a mixing bowl (or bowl for hand mashing)
- Mash and mix
- Add the butter and continue mashing. Slowly add milk, starting with 1 tablespoon and increasing until you reach your desired creaminess.
- Season to taste.
- Add salt if desired and mix until smooth and creamy.
For the creamiest texture I prefer to use my stand mixer.