Boiled And Broiled Mashed Potatoes Food

THE BEST MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Put the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Generously salt the water and bring to a boil over high heat. Then lower the heat to medium and gently simmer until the potatoes are completely tender when pierced with the tip of a knife, about 30 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot. Place the pot over low heat and let any residual water steam off, about 2 minutes. Mash the potatoes well with a potato masher. Fold in the butter with a spatula until melted, and then fold in the cream. Season with salt and pepper.

BASIC MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Put 2 pounds whole unpeeled russet or Yukon gold potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water; add 2 tablespoons kosher salt. Bring to a simmer (do not boil) and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes.
• Drain the potatoes, then peel and return to the pan; add 1 cup hot milk and 1/2 to 1 stick room-temperature unsalted butter. Mash with a potato masher or fork. Season with salt and pepper.

BOILED AND BROILED MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• 1. I leave the skins on, but it's up to you. Slice and boil your potatoes till cooked. Instead of using milk to make mashed potatoes, use cream cheese. You may like to add a small amount of milk if you like them looser, but use only a small amount at a time unless you want potato soup.
• 2. Mix in anything that sounds good to you (or not), top with butter and put in the broiler long enough for the mix to just begin to brown. I've added all kinds of things to this recipe with great success (though usually only one at a time): Apples, Bacon (cooked, or Bacos), Mushrooms!, Mandarin Oranges, Baby Clams, Ham... I've put all the aforementioned items IN this recipe, but you can use as a topping or both. The best, for my taste, has been sauteed mushrooms, and cubed chunks of ham.
• 3. Remove from oven and add any toppings you like and your favorite cheese. I use Monterey Jack, and heartily recommend it. Back into the broiler again until the cheese begins to brown, remove and serve.

BEST EVER CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Tip the potatoes into a large pan, cover with cold water and sprinkle with a generous pinch of salt. Set the pan over a high heat and bring to the boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 mins until the potatoes are very tender - they should be able to be easily pierced with the tip of a knife. Drain well, then return to the pan and leave to steam-dry for 5 mins.
• Pass the potatoes through a ricer into a large bowl for a lump-free mash (you may need to do this in batches). Alternatively, mash with a potato masher until smooth, then press through a sieve using the back of a spoon to get rid of any remaining lumps.
• Tip the 50g Yeo Valley Organic salted butter, the milk and some seasoning into the bowl with the hot mash. Beat everything together with a wooden spoon or spatula until the butter has melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add a splash more milk to loosen, if needed. Top with the remaining 1 tbsp butter and leave it to melt for a few seconds before serving.

BROILED RED POTATOES

Steps:

• Cut potatoes into 1/4-in. slices; place in a microwave-safe bowl. Combine remaining ingredients; pour over potatoes. Cover and cook on high for 30-60 seconds or until butter melts. Place potatoes in a single layer on a greased baking sheet. Broil for 5-6 minutes on each side or until browned.

BASIC BOILED POTATOES

Steps:

• Place potatoes in a Dutch oven or stockpot and cover with water. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat; cook for 15-30 minutes or until tender. Drain well. Serve eight potatoes with butter and parsley if desired. Refrigerate remaining potatoes.