Perfect Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Prep Steps

• 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, then cut into 2-inch chunks {do:peel}

Boil the Potatoes

Bring about 4 quarts of salted water to a boil in a large pot, then add...

• 2 1/2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks

Boil until fork tender, 15–20 minutes. Drain well and return to the pot.

Mash

Add and mash with a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth...

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1/2 cup heavy cream, warmed
• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
• 1/2 tsp kosher salt{tip:We test with Morton kosher salt. Using table salt? Use about 3/4 as much. Diamond Crystal? Use about 1 1/2 times as much.}
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Note: For the smoothest mash, run the potatoes through a potato ricer before adding the butter and cream.