Everyone needs to know how to make a basic mashed potato. It seems so simple but is actually incredibly easy to get wrong, however, by following a few easy steps you will soon have flop proof mashed potatoes everytime!
Potatoes always get a bad rep because they are a carb but they are actually filled with vitamins and minerals that your body needs. They are a good source of fiber, as well as vitamin C, vitamin B6, potassium and manganese, all of which are required to keep you fuller for longer, prevent cardiovascular and other diseases and maintain a healthy gut. Potatoes are a completely gluten free whole food and if eaten as part of a healthy diet can be enjoyed guilt free.
Let’s get cooking…
Start by peeling and cubing your potatoes, add into a pot of cold water with 1 tsp of salt, bring to a boil and cook until tender. Once cooked, strain and cover to allow the potatoes to steam for 5-10 minutes.
Use a potato masher or whisk to mash the potatoes down, season with the left over salt and pepper and mix in the milk.
At this stage your mash should be quite smooth, top with a pat of butter and serve while hot.
Mashed potatoes go well with just about anything, a great Sunday roast, alongside a simple meatloaf and a way that I especially love is with anything saucy, stews, meatballs, creamy bakes, etc!
Swaps…
By using plant based milk and dairy free butter this dish is transformed into a vegan staple.
Ingredients
500g potatoes, about 4 medium potatoes
2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/4 cup milk
1 tblsp butter
Directions
- Start by peeling and cubing your potatoes, add into a pot of cold water with 1 tsp of salt, bring to a boil and cook until tender.
- Once cooked, strain and cover to allow the potatoes to steam for 5-10 minutes. Use a potato masher or whisk to mash the potatoes down, season with the left over salt and pepper and mix in the milk.
- At this stage your mash should be quite smooth, top with a pat of butter and serve while hot.
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