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Fluffy Mashed Potatoes Recipe Easy Perfectly Creamy Light Guide

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This recipe delivers creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes that are light and never gluey, perfect for comfort food cravings and easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds (900g) russet potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons (57g) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (120ml) whole milk, warmed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: pinch of garlic powder or roasted garlic

Instructions

  1. Peel the russet potatoes and cut into evenly sized chunks about 1.5 inches thick.
  2. Rinse the cut potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.
  3. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water by an inch. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain thoroughly in a colander.
  4. While potatoes cook, gently warm the milk and softened butter until the butter melts and the mixture is warm but not boiling.
  5. Return drained potatoes to the pot or a large mixing bowl. Use a potato masher to start breaking them down. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Gradually pour in the warm milk and butter mixture, mashing and folding gently as you go until creamy and light. Avoid over-mixing.
  7. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. If too stiff, add a splash more warm milk. Optionally fold in a spoonful of sour cream or cream cheese for extra fluff.
  8. Serve immediately. Mashed potatoes can be kept warm in a covered dish for up to 30 minutes without drying out.

Notes

Use russet potatoes for best fluffiness. Rinse potatoes to remove excess starch. Warm milk and butter before adding to potatoes to avoid gluey texture. Avoid over-mixing to prevent gummy potatoes. Potatoes can be kept warm for 30 minutes without drying out. Variations include adding roasted garlic, herbs, or cheese. Dairy-free versions can use olive oil and plant-based milk.

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