John This recipe is targeted at making mashed potato with a Kitchenaid stand mixer or really any other mixer with a paddle attachment.
We have often varied the way in which we have made mashed potato. Sometimes we boil the potatoes while at other times we have used a microwave. Either way, it’s such a chore then using your potato masher and spoon to try and mix through and create a nice smooth mash.
I happened to find a recipe using our Kitchenaid stand mixer and I can’t believe how much easier it is, how much smoother the mash is as well. I had just never thought to use it before. This is the only way we make mashed potato now.
| Prep Time | 15 minutes |
| Cook Time | 20 minutes |
| Servings |
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Ingredients
- 1.25 kg Washed Potatoes peeled and cut into small cubes
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 190 ml Milk warmed
- 45 g Butter
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Chives Optional
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Instructions
- Add potato and 1/2 tsp salt to a large saucepan and cover with cold water by about 5cm.
- Place lid on saucepan and place on stove over medium high heat.
- Bring to boil then reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 15-20 until potato is cooked and tender. Use a fork to test. Note: it is important the potato is tender, so cook for additional time if required.
- Remove from heat, drain water from saucepan then transfer potato to the large bowl of your Kitchenaid stand mixer.
- Add butter and using the paddle attachment commence beating potatoes on low setting (speed 2). Beat until fully combined and a smooth mixture is created. This should only need a minute or two.
- Gradually add warm milk and continue beating until fully combined. Increase speed by 2 settings to finish. Don't overbeat.
- Add black pepper, 1 tsp salt & chives (optional. Return speed to setting 2 for a short light mix through.
- Transfer to a serving bowl or plates and serve.
