Smooth Amazing Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 3 lb Yukon Gold potatoes (Thin‑skinned; keep skins on while boiling for less water absorption)
• 2 tbsp Kosher salt (For seasoning the cooking water; add more to taste at the end)
• 0.75 cup Whole milk (Use whole milk for richness; heat until just hot (about 140°F/60°C))
• 0.75 lb Unsalted butter (Room‑temperature, cut into small cubes; do NOT melt)
• 0.5 tsp Freshly ground black pepper (Optional, for finishing)

Instructions

1. Prepare potatoes

   Wash the Yukon Gold potatoes, peel if desired, then cut into uniform 2‑inch chunks.

   Time: PT5M

2. Start boiling

   Place the potato chunks in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 2 Tbsp kosher salt, and bring to a boil over medium‑high heat.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

3. Cook potatoes

   Reduce heat to maintain a gentle boil and cook until the potatoes are fork‑tender, about 20 minutes.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: Boiling

4. Drain and dry

   Drain the potatoes in a colander and let them steam dry for 2 minutes to remove excess moisture.

   Time: PT2M

5. Peel potatoes

   While still hot, peel the potatoes using your hands or a knife; the skins should slip off easily.

   Time: PT5M

6. Rice the potatoes

   Pass the peeled potatoes through a potato ricer into a large mixing bowl, working in batches.

   Time: PT5M

7. Heat milk

   In a saucepan, gently warm 3/4 cup whole milk until just hot (about 140°F/60°C); do not boil.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: ~140°F

8. Add milk to potatoes

   Pour the hot milk over the riced potatoes and stir gently to combine.

   Time: PT2M

9. Incorporate butter

   Add the room‑temperature butter cubes to the mash and fold them in until fully incorporated and the mixture is glossy.

   Time: PT5M

10. Season to taste

    Taste the mash and add extra salt and freshly ground black pepper if desired.

    Time: PT2M

11. Plate and garnish

    Transfer the mash to a serving bowl, smooth the top with a spatula, and optionally create a decorative swirl or add a sprig of herb.

    Time: PT3M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

720

Protein

5 g

Carbohydrates

68 g

Fat

47 g

Fiber

5 g