Fluffy Whipped Mashed Potatoes

Step 1

In a pot, add 5 lbs peeled and quartered potatoes and cover with water by about 1/2 inch. Season with 2 Tbsp salt.

Step 2

Cook the potatoes for about 12-15 minutes after they come to a boil or until the potatoes are easy to pierce through with a fork. Do not overcook or the mashed potatoes with taste watery.

Step 3

Meanwhile, heat 1 cup milk and 8 oz butter until hot by heating in a saucepot or by microwaving for about 4 minutes. Prepare a mixer with a whisk attachment.

Step 4

Once the potatoes are cooked, drain the water.

Step 5

With the mixer whip the potatoes on low speed until no big chunks appear. Add half of the milk mixture and mix it again until it is well incorporated.

Step 6

Keep adding the milk mixture 1/4 cup at a time until the potatoes are at a desired consistency.

Step 7

Plate the fluffy mashed potatoes and top with desired garnish.