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A bowl of perfectly smooth and creamy mashed potatoes, ready to serve.

Quick way to grow 7 lbs of Mashed Potatoes

This recipe provides a quick and easy method to prepare a large batch of creamy mashed potatoes, perfect for feeding a crowd or for meal prepping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 7 lbs Potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold recommended)
  • 1 cup Butter
  • 1.5 cups Milk
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Potato Peeler
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Colander
  • Potato Masher
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and peel the potatoes, then cut them into roughly 1-inch cubes.
  2. Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold, salted water.
Cooking
  1. Bring the water to a boil and cook until the potatoes are very tender, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a colander.
Mashing
  1. Return the drained potatoes to the hot pot and add butter, milk, salt, and pepper.
  2. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, then serve hot.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding roasted garlic or fresh herbs like chives or parsley. Adjust the amount of milk and butter to achieve your desired consistency. You can also use heavy cream for a richer texture.