Mashed potatoes in an rusty orange bowl on with a white background.

Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound Potatoes
  • 1 teaspoon Butter
  • ¼ cup Milk Low-fat
  • Salt To taste
  • Ground Black Pepper To taste

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Large Stovetop Pot
  • Potato Masher

Instructions

  • Cut potatoes in half. Place in large stovetop pot, cover with cold water and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to a gentle boil and cook until potatoes are tender.
  • When potatoes are tender, drain and mash the potatoes with a fork or a potato masher.
  • Stir in butter, salt, pepper, and milk. Return to low heat and stir until warm if needed.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Mashed Potatoes
Amount per Serving
Calories
 
106
Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
2
g
3
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
6
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Cholesterol
 
4
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
22
mg
1
%
Potassium
 
498
mg
14
%
Carbohydrates
 
21
g
7
%
Fiber
 
2
g
8
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
3
g
6
%
Vitamin A
 
58
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
 
22
mg
27
%
Calcium
 
31
mg
3
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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