Microwave Mashed Potatoes

Microwave Mashed Potatoes can be made in minutes, combining mashed potatoes with milk and butter, for creamy smooth mashed potatoes the whole family will enjoy.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword easy microwave mashed potatoes, easy potato side dish, microwave mashed potatoes with milk

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 12

Total Time 22

Servings

Calories 268kcal

Author Tanya

Equipment

Microwave
Large microwave-safe bowl
Potato Masher

Ingredients

2 ½ pounds russet potatoes washed, peeled, and cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup water
¾ cup milk
6 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into ½-inch pieces
kosher salt to taste
chopped chives for garnish

Instructions

In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the potato pieces and water. Cover the bowl with a plate large enough to cover, but leave a side open for ventilation.
Microwave on high for about 9-12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
Once cooked, carefully remove the bowl from the microwave (it will be hot). Set aside.
Add the milk and butter to a glass cup or bowl and microwave for 1-2 minutes, until warmed and the butter is melted.
Using a potato masher or a fork, start mashing the potatoes. Gradually add the milk while mashing to get a creamy consistency.
Season with kosher salt to taste, and mix well until the potatoes are smooth and creamy.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with freshly chopped chives.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

If you prefer a chunkier texture in your mashed potatoes, mash them less and fold in the ingredients gently. For a super-smooth consistency, you can even pass the potatoes through a ricer or sieve before mixing in the other ingredients.

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