Mikes Potatoes Recipes

MIKE'S POTATOES

Steps:

• Melt butter in large heavy skillet over medium-high heat.
• Add diced potatoes and cook until browned and crisp,stirring frequently.
• Add cheeses, tomato, onion and green onion and stir until cheese melts.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Gently mix in avocado.
• Spoon onto plates and top with a dollop of sour cream.
• Serve immediately.

STEAKHOUSE STYLE GARLIC MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Bring the chicken broth to a boil in a large pot over high heat.
• Meanwhile, cut the unpeeled potatoes into 1 inch cubes or chunks. Place the potatoes chunks and garlic cloves into the boiling chicken broth and boil until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
• Strain the potatoes from the broth and put the cooked potatoes into a large mixing bowl.
• Add in the butter, cream cheese, buttermilk, and salt. Use a masher to mash the potatoes and other ingredients until everything is melted, combined, and completely mashed.

CHEF JOHN'S PERFECT MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Place the potatoes into a large pot, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain, and return the potatoes to the pot. Turn heat to high, and allow the potatoes to dry for about 30 seconds. Turn off the heat.
• Mash the potatoes with a potato masher twice around the pot, then add the butter and milk. Continue to mash until smooth and fluffy. Whisk in the salt and black pepper until evenly distributed, about 15 seconds.

THE BEST MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Generously salt the water and bring to a boil over high heat. Then lower the heat to medium and gently simmer until the potatoes are completely tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 30 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot. Place the pot over low heat and let any residual water steam off, about 2 minutes. Mash the potatoes well with a potato masher. Fold in the butter with a spatula until melted, and then fold in the cream. Season with salt and pepper.