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A basic guideline for how I make mashed potatoes on the stovetop.
I can't imagine Thanksgiving without mashed potatoes, so I made a big batch for my family.
This is more or less the general method I use to make mashed potatoes - I chop up a bag of Yukon Gold (or Russet) potatoes and put them in a big pot, fill it with water, add a generous pinch of salt and boil until tender.
Drain and return to the hot pot. Drop in a few tablespoons of butter, a few generous splashes of milk, and a few big dollops of sour cream. Season well with salt and pepper and mash to your desired consistency.
Sometimes I add cream cheese, and sometimes I peel the potatoes - it's totally up to how rich you want them. If they're too thick, add more milk.
They're always great! I topped them with some of the gravy that my in-laws brought over, and it was perfect!
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Salvage Chick says
Those look yummy! Love your mini Staub pots, too! Happy Belated Thanksgiving.
Ashley says
Happy belated Turkey Day to you, too!! I totally picked up those pots at a warehouse sale last week...score!
Peggy says
Love the presentation of these! I'm sure they were delicious at Thanksgiving!
Medifast Coupons says
Wonderful mashed potatoes, love those little pots, where did you get those.