Mashed potatoes

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 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 spoon and serve. 




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