🛒 What You’ll Need: Pantry Staples, Maximum Comfort
Grab these cozy ingredients—you probably already have most:
1 kg (~2.2 lbs) floury potatoes (Russet or white baking potatoes work best)
500 ml (about 2 cups) whole milk (warmed!)
40g (3 tbsp) unsalted butter (or more—because why not?)
Salt to taste
Freshly grated nutmeg (just a pinch—it’s powerful!)
Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, but highly recommended)
💡 Pro tip: Warm the milk gently on the stove or in the microwave—cold milk cools the potatoes and makes them gluey.
🔥 How to Make Them: Step-by-Step, Lump-by-Lump
Let’s cook this like we’re honoring tradition—one creamy spoonful at a time.
Step 1: Peel & Cut Potatoes
Peel the potatoes and cut into even chunks (~1.5 inches).
👉 Uniform size = even cooking.
Step 2: Boil Until Tender
Place in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
Bring to a gentle boil and cook 15–20 minutes, until a fork slides in easily.
⚠️ Don’t overcook—they should hold shape slightly when drained.
Step 3: Drain & Dry
Drain thoroughly in a colander.
Return to the empty pot and place back on low heat for 1–2 minutes, stirring gently.
👉 This evaporates excess moisture—key for fluffiness!
Step 4: Warm the Milk & Butter
While potatoes dry, gently warm the milk and butter together in a small saucepan until butter melts.
👉 Don’t boil—just warm.
Step 5: Mash & Mix
Transfer potatoes to a large bowl.
Use a potato masher or ricer (not a blender or food processor—too much force = glue!)
Gradually pour in warm milk and butter mixture, mashing as you go.
Season with salt and freshly grated nutmeg.
Stir in Parmesan cheese, if using.
👉 For ultra-smooth mash: Push through a ricer or sieve.
Step 6: Serve & Savor
Spoon into a warm serving bowl.
Top with a pat of butter and extra Parmesan.
Serve immediately—with roast chicken, turkey gravy, or all by itself.
Bonus: Leftovers reheat beautifully with a splash of milk (stovetop > microwave).
💡 Pro Tips for Next-Level Mashed Potatoes
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