Basic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Basic Mashed Potatoes
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Directions:

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.
  2. In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater, slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 250.86 Kcal (1050 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.76 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.75g 9%
Cholesterol 16.49mg 5%
Sodium 26.51mg 1%
Potassium 97.25mg 2%
Total Carbs 43.88g 15%
Sugars 3.06g 12%
Dietary Fiber 4.54g 18%
Protein 6.44g 13%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 2%
Calcium 149mg 15%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 85.01 Kcal (356 kJ)
Calories from fat 17.54 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 1.95g 9%
Cholesterol 5.59mg 5%
Sodium 8.98mg 1%
Potassium 32.96mg 2%
Total Carbs 14.87g 15%
Sugars 1.04g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1.54g 18%
Protein 2.18g 13%
Calcium 50.5mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.7
    Points
  • 6
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • low cholesterol

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