Lyons Family Cookbook

Basic Mashed Potatoes

2

lbs

Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled & quartered

1/2

cup

milk

2

Tbs

butter

1

tsp

sea salt

1/4

tsp

black pepper

1

Peel and quarter 2 pounds of Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes. Boil for 15-20 minutes until tender (poke with knife). Drain off water in colander.

2

Heat 1/2 cup milk, and 2 Tablespoons of Butter, until Butter is melted. Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Mash until smooth using either electric mixer or hand mixer.

3

IF NEEDED: Add 1 to 2 Tablespoons extra heated milk to potatoes if needed for creamier consistency.

4

Yield: 6-8 servings.

Source

Source: KitchenAid