Mashed potatoes
Mashed potatoes should be simple to make and to some people it is; if you do not want lumpy mashed potato I have a simple answer for this. Using 11/2 Kg of Maris piper or (white potatoes from your local supermarket) 125ml Milk (full or semi skimmed) 1 TBLS butter Pinch of salt. the most important preparation is how you begin, Peel the potatoes, then cut into even sizes about 35 mm/11/2” across Place the potatoes in to a saucepan and fill with water to just cover all of them add a pinch of salt. Place on a high heat until boiling then reduce the heat on a low to medium setting and let simmer When you can push a fork through the potatoes without any resistance, drain thoroughly and place back on heat to get rid of any water remaining, Add butter, a pinch of salt and gradually pour the milk,( do not use a masher at this point). Using a wooden spoon or spatula beat the potatoes and add milk to the softness required, then finish with a masher. One last beat with a spo...