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"Best easy mashed potatoes"

Serves 4 | Prep Time 15 PT15M | Cook Time 20 PT35M | Side Dish

Why I Love This Recipe

One of the best side dishes


Ingredients You'll Need

2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
3 cloves garlic, peeled, or to taste (Optional)
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste


Directions

1. Gather all supplies/ingredients
2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and garlic, lower heat to medium, and simmer until potatoes are tender, 15 to 20 minutes.
3. When the potatoes are almost finished, heat milk and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until butter is melted.
4. Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Slowly add warm milk mixture, blending it in with a potato masher or electric mixer until potatoes are smooth and creamy.
5. Season with salt and pepper.


Pairs Well With

Gravy


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