CHEF JOHN'S PERFECT MASHED POTATOES

Chef John's Perfect Mashed Potatoes image

This recipe will hopefully give you the proper techniques to turn out perfect mashed potatoes every time; always light, fluffy and lump-free.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Side Dish Potato Side Dish Recipes Mashed Potato Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

3 large russet potatoes, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
¼ cup butter
½ cup whole milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Place the potatoes into a large pot, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, and return the potatoes to the pot. Turn heat to high, and allow the potatoes to dry for about 30 seconds. Turn off the heat.
Mash the potatoes with a potato masher twice around the pot, then add the butter and milk. Continue to mash until smooth and fluffy. Whisk in the salt and black pepper until evenly distributed, about 15 seconds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 6.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 30.4 mg, Sugar 3.5 g