Classic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Classic Mashed Potatoes
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  1. Peel the potatoes and rinse under cold water. Cut each into quarters and place in a 3-to 4-quart saucepan. Cover with cold water, partially cover the pot, and bring the water to a boil. Uncover, add the 1 teaspoon of salt, and reduce the heat so the water boils gently. Cook until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 10 to 12 minutes. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter together until the butter has melted and the mixture is hot but not boiling.
  2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the warm pan over low heat for 1 minute to evaporate any excess water. Use a potato masher, ricer, or food mill to mash the potatoes. Stir the milk and butter mixture into the potatoes, a little at a time, until the potatoes are as soft and moist as you like. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, or keep warm in the top of a double boiler, or cover and rewarm in a microwave oven.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 194.14 Kcal (813 kJ)
Calories from fat 77.64 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 8.63g 13%
Cholesterol 23.36mg 8%
Sodium 317.38mg 13%
Potassium 662.01mg 14%
Total Carbs 24.96g 8%
Sugars 2.28g 9%
Dietary Fiber 2.27g 9%
Protein 4.2g 8%
Vitamin C 9.1mg 15%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 4%
Iron 1.1mg 6%
Calcium 51.2mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 131.41 Kcal (550 kJ)
Calories from fat 52.55 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.84g 13%
Cholesterol 15.81mg 8%
Sodium 214.82mg 13%
Potassium 448.08mg 14%
Total Carbs 16.89g 8%
Sugars 1.54g 9%
Dietary Fiber 1.53g 9%
Protein 2.84g 8%
Vitamin C 6.1mg 15%
Vitamin A 0.1mg 4%
Iron 0.8mg 6%
Calcium 34.6mg 5%

* 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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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 4.1
    Points
  • 5
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • low cholesterol

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