Microwave Mashed Potatoes: Quick and Creamy Recipe
Creamy mashed potatoes can be prepared quickly in a microwave in about 15 minutes.
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Instructions
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Place rinsed, peeled potato chunks in a microwave-safe bowl and cover with vented plastic wrap.
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Microwave on high for 9-12 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
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Carefully remove the bowl; transfer potatoes to a larger bowl if necessary for mashing.
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Warm 3/4 cup milk with 4 tablespoons butter in the microwave for 30-50 seconds until melted.
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Optionally, rice the potatoes before mashing.
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Add the warmed milk mixture to the hot potatoes and mash, avoiding overmixing with an electric mixer.
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Adjust consistency with additional milk and butter, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Serve warm.