Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1

   {'id': 'step_0', 'step': 1, 'text': 'Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water by about 1 inch. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover and simmer until tender and easily pierced with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes.'}

2. 2

   {'id': 'step_1', 'step': 2, 'text': 'Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Set the pot over high heat; let potatoes cook until excess moisture evaporates, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat.'}

3. 3

   {'id': 'step_2', 'step': 3, 'text': 'Mash potatoes with a potato masher until mostly smooth; mash in milk and butter until smooth and fluffy.'}

4. 4

   {'id': 'step_3', 'step': 4, 'text': 'Season with salt and pepper; whisk until evenly distributed, about 15 seconds.'}

📊 Nutrition Facts

Per serving (4 servings total)