Recipe For Mashed Potatoes Using Half And Half

Taste and adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

Recipe for mashed potatoes using half and half. If that is the case for you simply use white pepper instead. Step by step photos and instructions. I know some people don t like the black specks from the pepper in their mashed potatoes.

Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. It will seem soupy at first but the potatoes will gradually absorb the liquid and turn into a creamy mixture. You can also use heavy cream or whole milk.

Add the butter half and half white pepper and a pinch of salt. In addition to the butter half and half will add to the richness of the potatoes. When all the butter is absorbed add the hot half and half.

Taste garnish and serve. Mash up the potatoes a little with a potato masher. Puree using a potato masher or standing mixer fitted with the paddle attachment stir in half and half and a sprinkling of salt or beat if using mixer until smooth and fluffy.

Add the hot butter to the potatoes gently stirring with a wooden spoon or spatula to incorporate. Taste for salt and adjust to taste. In a large saucepan add enough water to cover the potatoes.

For smoother use this smooth masher and for ultra smooth use this potato ricer. For traditional mashed potatoes i use this masher. Meanwhile heat the butter and half and half in a small saucepan over low heat.