Mashed potato

Mashed Potato

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A bowl of mashed potatoes
Alternative names	Mashed potatoes
Type	Potato dish
Course	Side dish
Place of origin
Region or state
Associated national cuisine
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Invented
Cooking time	minutes to minutes
Serving temperature
Main ingredients	Potato, butter, milk
Ingredients generally used
Variations
Food energy	kcal
Nutritional value	Protein: g, Fat: g, Carbohydrate: g
Glycemic index
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Mashed potato is a dish prepared by mashing boiled potatoes. It is often served as a side dish to various meat or vegetable dishes.

Ingredients

The basic ingredients in mashed potatoes include:

• Potatoes
• Butter
• Milk or cream
• Salt
• Pepper

Optional ingredients can include:

• Garlic
• Cheese
• Herbs such as parsley or chives

Preparation

To prepare mashed potatoes, the potatoes are first peeled and boiled until soft. They are then mashed using a potato masher or ricer. Butter and milk are added to achieve a creamy texture. Seasonings such as salt and pepper are added to taste.

Variations

There are many variations of mashed potatoes, including:

• Garlic mashed potatoes: Garlic is added for flavor.
• Cheesy mashed potatoes: Cheese such as cheddar or parmesan is mixed in.
• Herbed mashed potatoes: Fresh herbs like parsley or chives are added.

Nutritional Information

Mashed potatoes are a source of carbohydrates and provide vitamin C, vitamin B6, and potassium. The addition of butter and milk increases the calories and fat content.

See also

• Potato
• Boiled potatoes
• Baked potato
• French fries

External links

• Potato on WikiMD
• Butter on WikiMD

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