Use instant mashed potatoes to enjoy more time eating and spend less time preparing.
A meal including mashed potatoes is often associated with home-cooked meals and family togetherness. But the time it takes to wash, peel, cook and mash the potatoes can be a turnoff for many. Thankfully, numerous food companies produce packages of dehydrated potato flakes or instant mashed potatoes with, or without, flavoring, making this homemade side dish possible in less than 20 minutes.
Instructions
1. Add butter to water and boil in a large pot. Turn off the stove once the contents begin boiling and move the pot into the sink.
2. Pour the instant potato flakes into the pot. Use a fork to mash the flakes and mix thoroughly with the water and butter. Slowly stir in the milk until the potatoes reach the desired consistency.
3. Stir in the salt using fluffing motions with the fork. If the potatoes are too thick, add an additional tablespoon of milk. Thinning the instant mashed potatoes is much easier than thickening.
4. Serve hot with your favorite meat and other side dishes.
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