Step 1

Place the potatoes in a large pot with generously salted, COLD water (about 1 tsp of salt in the water) and cover at least an inch.

Step 2

Bring to a boil. Once boiling, cover and reduce the temperature slightly to maintain a low boil. Cook until the potatoes can be pierced easily with a fork with almost no resistance, about 20-25 minutes. Drain well and place back into the pot. Use a paper towel to blot off excess water.

Step 3

Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or potato ricer

Step 4

Stir in the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and thyme.

Step 5

Melt the butter with the milk in a small pan and then pour into the potatoes. Season to taste with the salt

Step 6

DEVOUR!