Just about as easy peazy as you can get, this recipe for basic mashed potatoes is a no-fuss dish you can whip together any day of the week.

Feeling adventurous? Try these other variations using the same base:
• Jalapeño, Cheddar, and Chili Powder Mashed Potatoes
• Basil Pesto Mashed Potatoes
• Cream Cheese, Chive, and Pancetta Mashed Potatoes
• Chorizo and Leek Mashed Potatoes

Prep
5 mins
Cook
20 mins
Serves
6
Ingredients
5

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Potato masher

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Little Potatoes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • (For seasoning) salt and pepper

Instructions

  • Step 1

    Add potatoes to large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil for 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender.

  • Step 2

    Meanwhile, place milk and butter in a small sauce pot and heat over low heat until butter is steaming.

  • Step 3

    Once potatoes are cooked, strain and transfer to medium mixing bowl.

  • Step 4

    Using a potato masher, smash potatoes with milk and butter mixture and season with salt and pepper.