Monday, February 14, 2011

Mashed Potatoes

These are really yummy mashed potatoes. The Yukon Gold potatoes make these extra yummy!

Mashed Potatoes
6 to 8 servings

6 medium russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
coarse salt
3 Tbs milk
1/4 cup sour cream
2 to 4 Tbs buttere
salt and ground black pepper

1. Peel and cut the potatoes into 2 inch chunks. Put them in a large saucepan with salted cold water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, cover slightly, and cook until they are tender when pierced with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain completely and cover to keep hot.

2. Heat the milk and butter in a small pan or in a measuring cup in the microwave.

3. With the hot potatoes in the same pan or in a large bowl, mix with an electric mixer on moderate speed or by hand with a potato masher. Add the milk and butter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.

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