Snack, Sides and Starters
Classic Buttery Mashed Potato
Prep 5 mins. /Cook 20 mins.
Serves 4
Easy
Classic Buttery Mashed Potato
Method
- Wash and peel potatoes and cut into large chunks. Place in a medium saucepan and just cover with cold water. Bring to the boil then simmer for 20 - 25 minutes or until fork tender.
- Drain potatoes and return to the dry pan. Shake pan occasionally to remove excess moisture. Mash the potatoes and stir in ¾ of the butter.
- Gradually add milk, beating with a wooden spoon until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Serve topped with remaining butter.
More Tips
- Enjoy this classic mash as a side to your favourite dinner.
- For a lighter alternative, substitute cream with milk.
- For best results use the ideal potatoes to use are Dutch Creams, Golden Delight or Sebago.
IN THIS RECIPE
Original Salted Butter
Salted butter is a versatile cooking staple. Expertly crafted at Cobden, Western Victoria, from only two natural ingredients, Australian cream and salt, to deliver a classic, pure creamery butter with a rich satisfying, five-star taste. This pure salted butter enhances the flavour of food while adding an exceptional creamy texture. Winner of Champion Butter at the 2020 Australian Grand Dairy Awards, this product sets the benchmark by which all other butters are judged. Western Star has been Crafting Butter in Victoria since 1926 when the leading butter makers in the Western District came together. Over 95 years later and trusted for generations, Western Star truly is Australia's Favourite.
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Avoid a "floury" white sauce
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