Natalie's Amazing Irish Mashed Potatoes
Serves: 5
Graciela O'Reilly
1 January 1970
Based on User reviews:
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Spice
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41
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Prep time (avg)
5.4
Difficulty
Ingredients:
1590 g
Potatoes (peeled and cubed)1 cup
Butter1 tsp
Salt1 tsp
Ground Black Pepper1 tsp
Garlic Powder (optional)Directions:
1
Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil
2
Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes
3
Drain
4
Mash potatoes with a potato masher or an electric mixer on Low in a bowl until smooth
5
Heat butter and half-and-half in a small saucepan over medium heat until butter is melted and half-and-half is warmed, 3 to 5 minutes
6
Mash or beat butter mixture, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder into mashed potatoes until potatoes are light and fluffy
7
Stir additional half-and-half, 1 tablespoon at a time, into potatoes for creamier consistency