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Microwave Mashed Potatoes served in a rustic bowl, garnished with fresh herbs and black pepper.

Microwave Mashed Potatoes

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Prep Time 9 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 231 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 pounds potatoes peeled and cut into 3/4-inch chunks
  • 3/4 to 1 cup milk
  • 4 to 6 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper freshly ground, to taste

Instructions
 

  • Place the potato chunks in a large microwave-safe bowl.
  • Cover the bowl with a microwave-safe lid, leaving a small gap to allow steam to escape. Or cover with plastic wrap and pierce with a knife.
    Piercing plastic wrap covering chopped potatoes for Microwave Mashed Potatoes.
  • Microwave on high for 9 to 12 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
    Microwaving diced potatoes for Microwave Mashed Potatoes.
  • Carefully remove the bowl from the microwave using oven mitts.
  • In a separate microwave-safe container, heat the milk and butter together for about 30 to 50 seconds, or until the butter is mostly melted.
  • Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or electric hand mixer until smooth.
    Mashing Microwave Mashed Potatoes in a bowl with a potato masher, with melted butter nearby.
  • Gradually add the warm milk and butter to the potatoes, mashing to incorporate. Add salt and pepper to taste.
    Microwave mashed potatoes being mixed with butter and milk.
  • Serve hot as a delightful side to your main dish.
    Buttered mashed potatoes with black pepper in a clear bowl, kitchen utensils nearby.

Nutrition

Calories: 231kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 24mgFiber: 4g
Keyword microwave mashed potatoes, potato
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