Simple Mashed Potatoes
serves 2-4
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1 1/2 pounds starchy potatoes, peeled and cubed
salt and pepper
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
prep: 5 minutes
total: 45 minutes
medium saucepan
colander
potato masher (or fork or food processor)
1. Put the potatoes in a medium saucepan and barely cover with water. Add a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper, and bring the potatoes to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Reduce the heat and simmer the potatoes gently until they're tender pierced with a knife, 20-30 minutes.
3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the saucepan. Add the cream and butter and mash them until they are as smooth (or chunky) as you want. Season to taste with more salt and pepper.
2. Reduce the heat and simmer the potatoes gently until they're tender pierced with a knife, 20-30 minutes.
3. Drain the potatoes in a colander and return them to the saucepan. Add the cream and butter and mash them until they are as smooth (or chunky) as you want. Season to taste with more salt and pepper.
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