Mashed Potatoes
England

Classic creamy English side dish made with potatoes, milk, and simple seasoning.

Last updated: October 23, 2026
PREP
5
COOK
20
TOTAL
25m
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Preparation
✓

Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut into evenly sized chunks.

500 g Potato
Instructions
Cooking
1 ✓

Place the potato chunks in a pot and add cold water to cover.

500 g Potato
2 ✓

Add a small pinch of salt.

3 ✓

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and cook for about 15–20 minutes, until a fork slides easily into the center; turn off the heat.

4 ✓

Drain the potatoes thoroughly and remove all excess moisture.

5 ✓

While still hot, mash the potatoes with a fork until smooth and fine.

6 ✓

Pour in the milk in 2–3 additions, stirring gently until the mash reaches your preferred creaminess.

50 ml Milk
Serving
7 ✓

Season with salt and black pepper to taste and serve.

1/2 tsp Salt1/4 tsp Black Pepper
Chef's
  • Adding unsalted butter or cheese makes the mash richer and silkier.
  • Warm milk blends into the potatoes more easily and keeps the mash from cooling and stiffening.