Basic Mashed Potato Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 kg Russet-Burbank potatoes
• 1 cup of hot milk
• 50-100 g butter

Preparation:

1. Place 1 kg (2.3 lb) whole, unpeeled Russet Burbank potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water; season generously with salt. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. Drain, then peel the potatoes and return them to the saucepan; add 1 cup (1.5 oz) hot milk and 50–100 g (2–3 oz) room-temperature butter. Mash with a potato masher or fork (do not process in a food processor). Season with salt and pepper to taste.