Mashedpotatoesole Recipes

PERFECT SMASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Put 1 3/4 pounds baby potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Add 2 bay leaves, 2 garlic cloves and a big pinch of salt; bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, discarding the bay leaves and garlic. Toss the potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, transfer to a baking sheet and smash with a spatula or measuring cup. Drizzle with more olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Broil, turning, until crisp and golden, 15 to 20 minutes.

MASHED POTATOES OLé

Steps:

• Cut corn kernels from cobs if using fresh.
• In a large saucepan, cook corn, potatoes, carrots, jalapeño peppers and garlic in enough boiling water to just cover for 15-20 minutes until all vegetables are tender. Drain off water.
• Add butter to vegetables & coarsely mash with a potato masher. Stir in sour cream & 3/4 cup cheese.
• Season to taste with salt & pepper.
• Top with remaining cheese.
• Microwave 30 seconds to 1 minute or until cheese topping melts.
• Serve immediately.

BASIC MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

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

MASHED POTATOES OLè

Steps:

• Bring a large pot of water to boil and cook the potatoes until tender.
• Drain.
• Meanwhile as the potatoes are boiling, combine the remaining ingredients *except* for the corn in a large mixing bowl.
• Add the drained potatoes to the mixing bowl and mash them with the other ingredients. Taste and adjust if necessary.
• Stir in the corn.
• Serve and enjoy!