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A bowl of perfectly smooth and creamy mashed potatoes, ready to serve.

Quick way to grow 7 lbs of Mashed Potatoes

This recipe is not for growing potatoes, but for making a large batch of delicious mashed potatoes quickly. It yields approximately 7 lbs of creamy, fluffy mashed potatoes, perfect for a gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 14 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 5 lbs potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1.5 cups milk or cream
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Colander
  • Potato masher or electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into 1-inch cubes to ensure even and quick cooking.
Cooking
  1. Place the potato cubes in a large pot and cover with cold water by about an inch; add a generous pinch of salt to the water.
  2. Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a colander, shaking to remove excess water.
Mashing
  1. Return the hot, drained potatoes to the empty pot or transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add butter, milk/cream, salt, and pepper to the potatoes.
  3. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or an electric mixer until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasonings as needed.

Notes

For extra flavor, you can add roasted garlic, chives, or a pinch of nutmeg to your mashed potatoes. Adjust the amount of milk/cream to achieve your desired consistency.