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The perfect mashed potato is open to interpretation but try this 3-step process as a starting point. Learn some problem-solving tips for common mashing mishaps.

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You can mash potatoes peeled or unpeeled. Peeled gives you fluffy, creamy potatoes and unpeeled includes the nutrients from the skin. If you leave the peel on, choose a potato with thin skin, such as red, Yukon gold or fingerling.

3 Easy Steps

step 1: prep

Peel potatoes using a vegetable peeler or paring knife. Cut into 1½-in. pieces and place in large pot.

Cover with cold, salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until tender.

step 2: boil

Drain using a colander. Add warm milk and butter for easier mixing and creamier texture. Mash to desired smoothness; add mix-ins.

step 3: Mash

try these Mix-ins

Sour Cream-Ranch

+ 2 Tbsp. Hy-Vee dry ranch dressing mix + ⅔ cup Hy-Vee sour cream + 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives

Pesto-Parmesan

+ ½ cup Gustare Vita pesto + ½ cup Soirée grated Parmesan cheese + 2 Tbsp. Gustare Vita extra virgin olive oil

Pumpkin-sage

+ ¾ cup Hy-Vee canned pumpkin + 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh sage leaves + ½ tsp. Hy-Vee garlic salt

Note: Quantities are based upon 2½ lbs. of potatoes

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