Perfect Mashed Potatoes

Potatoes don't have to be full of butter and cream to taste good, try out this recipe for Thanksgiving and you won't miss the calories!

Perfect Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
8Servings

4 medium russet potatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds)
3/4 tsp salt
dash pepper
1/4 to 1/3 cup hot milk
1 to 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, if desired

Wash and peel potatoes, cut into quarters.  Place potatoes in saucepan, add enough water to cover potatoes.  Add 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.  Heat to boiling.  Reduce heat to medium-low; cover loosely and boil gently 15 to 20 minutes until potatoes break apart easily when pierced with a fork. 

Drain potatoes well; return to saucepan.  Shake saucepan gently over low heat 1 to 2 minutes to evaporate and excess moisture.

With potato masher, mash potatoes until no lumps remain.  Add remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and dash of pepper.  Continue mashing, gradually adding milk until potatoes are smooth and creamy.  Stir in butter if desired, serve immediately.