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Basic Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup milk
salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
Directions:
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.

In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater, slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Nutritional Information per Serving
Calories 257cal Total fat 7g Cholesterol 20mg Sodium 99mg
Carbohydrates 44g Fiber 4g

 

 

 

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