One-Pot Mashed Potatoes
There’s nothing like a delicious side of mashed potatoes. I love mine with butter. How about you? I think the butter adds the nice texture and creaminess that we all desire when we have hot luscious mashed potatoes.
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan
Diet: Gluten Free
Keyword: Five Ingredients, Mashed Potatoes, One-Pot, Potatoes, Thanksgiving sides
Servings: 6 servings
Calories:
2 lbs golden potatoes , peeled and quartered water (enough to cover potatoes by ~1 inch) 1 tsp sea salt 5 cloves garlic , minced 4 tbsp butter or dairy-free butter 2-3 tbsp plain unsweetened dairy-free milk (we prefer almond milk) ½ tsp fresh ground black pepper , to taste pinch dried parsley for presentation
In a large pot add potatoes and water. The water should cover about an inch over the potatoes.
Set temperature to high heat.
When the water starts to boil add salt and reduce heat to medium high.
Check potatoes after 20-25 minutes with a sharp knife.
If it is easy to slide the knife in, then the potatoes are done. Give them 5 more minutes if it is difficult to pierce the potato with the knife.
Once tender, turn off heat and remove from heat.
Strain potatoes.
Return to the cooking pot.
Use a potato masher (or a fork) to mash the potatoes.
Add garlic, butter and milk and black pepper.
Mash until you smooth.
Taste for more salt or black pepper.
Serve hot, garnish with parsley (optional) and enjoy.
For a fluffier consistency add milk and butter. Be sure not to add too much or they will become runny.