Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Serves: 2
Jewel Boehm
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
53
Spice
48
Sweetness
53
Sourness
41
mins
Prep time (avg)
4.6
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1 cup
Heavy Cream1 cup
Whole MilkDirections:
1
Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 2 inches
2
Add 1 tablespoon of salt, bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are soft, about 25 minutes
3
Place the cream and milk in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over low heat
4
Drain the potatoes well and get out any additional water
5
Process them in batches through a ricer set over a large bowl
6
Fold in the butter and stir in the warm cream/milk mixture in parts until you achieve a smooth and velvety consistency
7
Season the mashed potatoes well with salt and pepper
8
Keep warm in a covered bowl set over a simmering pot of water
9
When ready to serve, garnish with snippets of chives and a drizzle of olive oil