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CJT61945 - November 21, 2006 08:46:01 PM PST

This is a good recipe but as most reviews go, all variations can be good, according to one\'s taste. I don\'t like the whole potato boiling thing (I use that for potato salad to keep some "body") because I can\'t get them to easily mash up as creamy (I hate lumps in mine), so I peel and cut them up first, but use the first reviews idea about using some of the potato water mixed with milk. Mashed potatoes aren\'t rocket science, but they can be messed up with improper mixing or too much/little liquid. Have a great Holiday!

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its yummy

maheen812 - November 21, 2006 07:48:14 PM PST

i juts loved it .. so is every one at home .. its worth trying this recipie home very tasty and yummy. thanks

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Won

squeeezplay - November 27, 2008 10:56:36 AM PST

Everything was good but nutmeg totally made the flavor odd for potatoes

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what they said

dj b - November 27, 2008 08:56:12 AM PST

Cook your potatoes whole. Do not slice them and boil. Also.. Add a table spoon or two of sour cream and some chive to the potatoes. The flavor will knock your socks off!

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west ky potatoes

dam.diver - November 27, 2008 08:48:19 AM PST

something different
While mashing potatoes add one half cup of sour cream,a couple of thick slices of velveta cheese along with the butter and milk.

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How we do it in Macedonia

Margarita I - November 27, 2008 07:55:32 AM PST

This recipe is almost the same as we do in Macedonia, but, at the end before adding milk, heat an oil (not too much, let\'s say half a cup of coffee), and pour it onto the mashed potatoes. Then, add the milk and put the pan with the mashed potatoes back on the heat, just for 30 seconds.

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Oh, I don

Sandy - November 27, 2008 06:47:23 AM PST

I really didn\'t try them. I just come on here to laugh at how all the users read the recipes and then go on to write reviews about how the recipe in question is a horrible recipe, but that their own recipe is always so much better.
Why are you people even looking at recipes if you already know how to make everything perfectly? Why do you bother?

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You want good mashed taters?

Like Id tell you 8P - November 26, 2008 11:30:24 PM PST

Use sour cream, butter and a dash of salt instead of milk. If they\'re too thick, then go ahead and add a splash of milk.

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that

mai_lemon4 - November 26, 2008 09:22:08 PM PST

yeah,i really like that but it doesn\'t matter right if we not add nutmeg powder?and also butter..yeah..but it\'s ok cuz i still love it!mashed potatoes(popular dishes)i guess

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Use redskins

committed1985 - November 26, 2008 06:56:48 PM PST

If you want potatoes that are veerrryyy smooth, use redskin potatoes. And steam them. No boiling.

Ooooohh doggie!!

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Better idea...

fripperyfarm - November 26, 2008 02:19:17 PM PST

Cut the milk by half, use 1/2 cup milk and 1/2 cup sour cream.Potatoes fluff up nicely, taste richer. Sprinkle some finely chopped chives on top. Will wow your guests at the Thanksgiving table!

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Bake don

sarahanncoleman - November 26, 2008 01:51:58 PM PST

Though most traditional recipes call for boiling the potatoes I strongly recommend baking the potatoes. You don\'t have to scrup the potatoes b/c you\'re going to remove the skin anyway. Just dump on a cookie sheet at bake for 30-40 min. It is SUPER simple to remove the skin with a small knife then mash. It adds a delicious rich earthy taste to the potato which when boiled is tasteless.

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Diabetic Recipe

pam_steven - November 26, 2008 12:34:06 PM PST

After soaking your potatoes - and then cooking them - Use some low fat - Italian dressing - to flavor. Taste as you mix - we all have a little diff taste.

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extra rich

Michael V - November 26, 2008 01:17:52 AM PST

try adding cream cheese

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love it

yulipop11 - November 21, 2008 05:47:15 AM PST

i love mashed potato so coarse and mashed potato is good 4 mi

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1 raw egg

william k - November 18, 2008 02:27:59 PM PST

myself ,i add one raw egg ,salt pepper,then mash the spuds ,the raw egg gets cook from the heat ,and it makes the potatoe more fluffier.plus i add 1 half cup of milk ,family loves this way

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Yum!

Nicolonic - October 23, 2008 04:37:33 PM PST

i love mashed pataterz!

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YUM!!!

Dhiran S - September 23, 2008 07:06:42 PM PST

My mom made this today!!!

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ever try adding parmesan.....

jamie a - May 4, 2008 06:16:23 AM PST

i had the best mashed potatoes at a villa in mexico i asked the chef (julian) what was his secret and he said.....add parmesan cheese! i dont know how much or which style but i do know that they were fantastic...im sure it may take a little trial and error but it would be worth it they were the best i have ever had!

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For great flavor

Cuukie - May 2, 2008 05:22:37 PM PST

Use milk to mash up your potatos not water from the pot. Water will make the taters tasteless. Add sour cream to give it an extra boost of flavor. THrow in a good tablespoon full or add to taste.

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Add Garlic

shellvee - May 2, 2008 03:47:01 PM PST

Add a clove of garlic, peeled and roughly chopped to the water. Another super yummy trick is to add a teaspoon of white truffle oil. The most important thing to remember is to add enough salt. I know, "Duh!"

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The best gravy

Dora R - May 2, 2008 01:14:36 PM PST

Speaking of potatoes, I had the best gravy last night at Red Lobster, it was full of chunks of lobster, and so creamy.

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Cheesy Mashed Potatoes

JustWannaSail - December 24, 2007 10:14:04 PM PST

Add a cup of grated cheese. I like the 4-cheese mix you can buy pre-grated.

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Rustic Garlic Smashed Potatoes

texirishrose - December 17, 2007 10:51:53 AM PST

Here are the things I do differently:

Start by scrubbing Yukon Gold potatoes instead of peeling, then cutting them into fourths for the flavor issue. Add just enough water to cover. Drain all the water except about 1/4 cup.

Add minced garlic instead of whole cloves...the flavor will permeate the entire dish instead of a few bites.

I also use a small tub (8 oz. size) of sour cream with a 1/2 stick of butter.

Using a potato masher instead of a mixer will ensure some lumps survive. Yummers!!

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lighter better mashed potatoes

aaron n - December 17, 2007 10:00:29 AM PST

use chicken broth and water instead of milk and a dash of greek seasoning, gramma was a master chef

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Misleading Advice should not advise.

xopherck - December 16, 2007 09:05:46 PM PST

We\'re talking about potatoes here, not foie gras.

Misleading Advice is wasting your time. Follow the recipe as-is and you\'ll be wipin\' with the glad rags. That is to say: it\'s good. No worries.

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Alt ingredient

idiotbrain - December 16, 2007 08:32:22 PM PST

Substitute sour cream for 1/2 of the milk amount. and add onion powder. Delicious!

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mix up the flavor

that weird chic - December 16, 2007 07:27:17 PM PST

I always try adding a little sour cream and sugar to my potatoes..it makes for a pleasing southern style mashed potatoes.

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NEVER USE plain water !

me - December 16, 2007 04:22:14 PM PST

Instead of boiling your potatos in plain water, use broth, chicken, beef or whatever. This way your seasoning them from the get go !!
No worries about whether they will lose flavor due to boiling or straining !!

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Try Pressure cooking the potato

Vince - December 16, 2007 05:31:32 AM PST

I have boiled, steamed, microwaved and barbecued in charcoal but in my opinion, I get the best tasting mashed potato when I steam the potato whole in a pressure cooker. What you stir into the mashed potato later can never really make up for a flat tasting potato.

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