Step 1

Wash, Peel, and Cut Potatoes into 1-2" pieces

Step 2

Place prepared potatoes into a large pot, and fill with water to cover the top of the potatoes with at least an inch of water.

Step 3

Place the filled pot on the stovetop, turn to high heat, and bring it to a boil.

Step 4

Boil your potatoes for about 15 minutes

Step 5

Using 2 hot pads, and the large pot lid, or a colander, drain water off

Step 6

Add your melted butter, sour cream, cream, or milk and MASH them with a potato ricer (or a hand mixer) just till smooth

Step 7

Salt & Pepper to taste.

Step 8

You can also add in extras at this time like: chopped chives, grated cheddar cheese, onion powder or garlic powder to taste.

Step 9

Enjoy! You may want to make gravy to top your mashed potatoes.. Find that recipe here.