Basic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Brief

Prep 15 mins

Cook: 20 mins

Total: 35 mins

Servings: 4

Yield: 4 servings

Basic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients

2 pounds baking potatoes

peeled and quartered

2 tablespoons butter

1 cup milk

salt and pepper to taste

Side Dish

Directions

Step 1

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm about 15 minutes; drain.

Step 2

In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutritional Information

Basic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Servings Per Recipe:4

Calories: 257.1

% Daily Value *

Protein: 5.6g 11%

Carbohydrates: 43.7g 14%

Dietary Fiber: 3.7g 15%

Sugars: 4.6g

Fat: 7.2g 11%

Saturated Fat: 4.5g 22%

Cholesterol: 20.1mg 7%

Vitamin A Iu: 298.8IU 6%

Niacin Equivalents: 4mg 31%

Vitamin B6: 0.6mg 36%

Vitamin C: 15.2mg 25%

Folate: 21.6mcg 5%

Calcium: 89.4mg 9%

Iron: 0.7mg 4%

Magnesium: 47.7mg 17%

Potassium: 763.1mg 21%

Sodium: 76.1mg 3%

Thiamin: 0.2mg 22%

Calories From Fat: 64.5

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.