It would seem that it could be easier to prepare mashed potatoes? Not a single festive table is complete without a popular side dish. Both children and adults alike love him. However, not every housewife knows how to prepare mashed potatoes correctly so that it is tender and airy. And all because this simple dish has its own secrets of a unique taste.
Ingredients and recommendations
To prepare real mashed potatoes, it is necessary to observe not only the cooking technology, but also the correct proportions of the ingredients. For 4 servings you will need:
- potatoes - 1 kg;
- milk - 150 ml;
- butter - 75 gr;
- salt to taste;
- greens - for decoration.
It is recommended to use potatoes of one variety, otherwise the mashed potatoes will turn out to be heterogeneous. The traditional way to prepare mashed potatoes takes no more than 40 minutes. If cooked in a slow cooker, this process will take about half an hour.
Cooking technology
Potatoes must be washed under running water, peeled and cut into identical slices. At this time, you can put water on fire and bring to a boil. It is extremely important to throw the potatoes into boiling water, and not put it to boil in the cold - it will retain more nutrients and starch, without which the mashed potatoes will not work out airy. When the water with potatoes begins to boil a second time, you need to reduce the heat, cover and cook until cooked. Usually enough 15-20 minutes. You can check the potato readiness with a knife or fork.
Milk can not be used cold and raw - it must be boiled in a small fire or water bath. Be sure to add butter to boiling milk and keep the mixture on fire until it is completely dissolved (no more than 5 minutes). Ready potatoes need to be kneaded with a crush on dry, without adding liquid. Then hot milk with butter is added and the potatoes are pushed until a uniform, lush mass is formed. Mashed potatoes are decorated with a sprig of greens and served as a side dish or as an independent dish.
