54 lines
2.7 KiB
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54 lines
2.7 KiB
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# Foolproof Creamy Mashed Potatoes
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This recipe will yield smooth, creamy mashed potatoes that pair perfectly with your Balsamic Chicken and Caramelized Onions.
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## Ingredients:
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- 2 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 large potatoes)
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- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
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- 1/2 cup whole milk (or more for desired consistency)
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- 1/4 cup heavy cream
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- Salt to taste (start with 1 tsp)
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- 1/4 tsp white pepper (or black pepper if white is unavailable)
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- Optional: 2 cloves of garlic, peeled (for garlic mashed potatoes)
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## Instructions:
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1. Prep the potatoes (5 minutes):
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- Peel the potatoes and cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes. Try to keep the sizes consistent for even cooking.
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- As you cut, place the potato cubes in a bowl of cold water to prevent browning.
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2. Cook the potatoes (15-20 minutes):
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- Drain the potatoes and place them in a large pot.
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- Add enough cold water to cover the potatoes by about an inch.
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- Add 1 tsp of salt and the garlic cloves (if using) to the water.
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- Bring the water to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
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- Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until a fork easily pierces the potato cubes.
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3. Prepare for mashing (5 minutes):
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- While the potatoes are cooking, in a small saucepan, combine the butter, milk, and cream.
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- Heat over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Keep warm.
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4. Drain and dry the potatoes (2 minutes):
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- Once cooked, drain the potatoes in a colander.
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- Return the empty pot to the stove over low heat.
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- Add the drained potatoes back to the pot and gently shake for about 30 seconds. This helps excess moisture evaporate, leading to fluffier potatoes.
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5. Mash the potatoes (5 minutes):
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- Remove the pot from heat.
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- If you used garlic cloves, mash them with a fork and mix into the potatoes.
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- Use a potato masher or a hand mixer on low speed to begin mashing the potatoes.
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- Gradually add the warm butter-milk mixture, continuing to mash.
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- Add salt and white pepper.
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6. Finish and adjust (2 minutes):
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- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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- If the potatoes are too thick, add more warm milk, a tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
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## Notes:
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- For extra smooth potatoes, you can pass them through a ricer before adding the butter-milk mixture.
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- Be careful not to overmix if using a hand mixer, as this can make the potatoes gluey.
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- These mashed potatoes can be made ahead and kept warm in a covered dish in a low oven (200°F) for up to 2 hours.
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## Serving suggestion:
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Serve these creamy mashed potatoes alongside your Balsamic Chicken with Caramelized Onions. The smooth, buttery potatoes will provide a perfect contrast to the tangy, savory chicken dish. |