Recipes from England: Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Recipes from England

Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Country: England
Course: Side
Makes: 4-6 servings

Ingredients:

2 lbs red skinned potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 1/2 tsp salt
2 oz butter
4 tbsp whole milk
2 tbsp creme fraiche
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions:

Boil the potatoes until tender and drain. Sprinkle with salt, then add the butter, milk and creme fraiche. Beat until creamy and fluffy. Adjust seasonings as necessary.

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