Basic Mashed Potato Recipe

Step 1

Half fill a large saucepan with water and put on heat.

Step 2

Peel the potatoes and cut into approx. 1 inch chunks. Carefully place into the heating water (remember the water will be hot and may splash).

Step 3

Bring to the boil and cook until potatoes are tender but still firm, approximately 15 minutes. Drain

Step 4

Option 1: Use a potato masher or a fork to break the potatoes up, then slowly add the milk, butter, salt and pepper, blending into the potatoes until smooth.

Step 5

Option 2: Put the potatoes through a potato ricer, then blend the milk, butter, salt and pepper in.