Holy Cow Mashed Taters!

Something so simple can be so hard.  Mashed potatoes have a tendency to become very starchy.  That is when they are thick and sticky.  Not to good to the taste buds!  I will give you some tips that were passed down to me...that made an amazing difference in them....

Russet potatoes, scrub with a veggie brush to remove any dirt.  

Peel potatoes.  I love to leave the skin on and have old fashion potatoes too they are awesome and easier when I don't have as much time to peel them.    Cut them in half, not into small pieces.  If you cook them whole or in halves it reduces the starch factor.  

Drain and add to your mixer.  ** Note** Don't ever run water over them it creates sticky starchy yuck!

Add milk and butter.  **Note** always warm the milk and butter, this makes a perfect potato every time.    

Mix until smooth.  You may add all sorts of  additional ingredients here are a few  I suggest!
Bacon and cheese, sour cream, chives, ranch dressing, peas, garlic.  Really anything that you like is fun to try.  Be creative and have fun with it.  

Enjoy!!!