How to Make Microwave Mashed Potatoes - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like a comforting bowl of creamy mashed potatoes to bring a sense of warmth and nostalgia to any meal. And while the traditional method of making mashed potatoes involves boiling and mashing, we're here to show you a quicker and easier way to achieve the same delicious results – using your microwave!

Yes, you read that right – your trusty microwave can help you whip up a batch of perfectly smooth and creamy mashed potatoes in a fraction of the time it would take ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 2 tablespoons salted butter
  • ¼ cup milk
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4

  • Place cubed potatoes in a microwave safe dish. Cover with water.
  • Microwave until soft on high, about 20 minutes. Drain in a colander.
  • Place drained potatoes back in the dish. Add butter and milk. Using a potato masher, smash mixture to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Nutrition

    233 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 17mg
    • Sodium: 61mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 40g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Potassium: 980mg