Simple 5-Ingredient Mashed Potatoes
This fluffy mashed potato side uses just five staple ingredients. By mashing, sieving, and gently cooking with butter and milk, you get a smooth, buttery mash perfect for pairing with any main dish.
Instructions
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Mash and sieve the potatoes
Place the boiled, peeled potatoes in a bowl and mash them. Work in small batches, then press the mashed potatoes through a fine‑mesh sieve to remove any grits and lumps. -
Prepare the butter‑milk mixture
In a skillet, melt the salted butter over medium heat. Once the butter is hot, add the milk and stir to combine. -
Combine potatoes with butter‑milk
Add the sieved potatoes to the skillet with the butter‑milk mixture. Cook, stirring, until the mixture comes together into a smooth, slightly thickened mash. -
Add parsley and season
Stir in the finely chopped parsley and a pinch of salt. Mix thoroughly until evenly distributed. -
Finish and serve
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish, top with a pat of extra butter and a sprinkle of parsley. Serve warm.
Video
“5 Ingredient Mashed Potato Recipe - Quick & Easy Mash Potato - Side Dish Recipe - Varun” by Get Curried, watch on YouTube.
About this recipe
The mash is created from starchy boiled potatoes that are first mashed, then passed through a sieve to eliminate any lumps. Butter and milk are warmed together before being folded into the potatoes, giving the dish a rich, creamy texture. Fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous note that lifts the flavor without overwhelming the classic comfort of mashed potatoes. Serve the mash hot, topped with a little extra butter and a sprinkle of parsley for a simple yet satisfying accompaniment to meats, vegetables, or holiday roasts.
