Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Name: Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut in half lengthwise; 0.5 cup whole milk; 0.25 cup butter; salt and ground black pepper to taste

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This mashed potatoes recipe will give you the proper technique to make perfect mashed potatoes every time — light, fluffy, and lump-free.

Recipe by Chef John

Updated on August 16, 2022

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

45 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
½ cup whole milk
¼ cup butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
Drain potatoes, then return to the pot. Turn heat to high and allow potatoes to dry for about 30 seconds. Turn off heat.
Mash potatoes with a potato masher twice around the pot, then add milk and butter. Continue to mash until smooth and fluffy. Whisk in salt and black pepper until evenly distributed, about 15 seconds.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

333	Calories
13g	Fat
50g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 333
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g	16%
Saturated Fat 8g	40%
Cholesterol 34mg	11%
Sodium 30mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 50g	18%
Dietary Fiber 6g	22%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 55mg	273%
Calcium 71mg	5%
Iron 2mg	12%
Potassium 1212mg	26%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.