Homemade Mashed Potatoes

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This Homemade Mashed Potatoes recipe uses a 5-pound bag of white potatoes, milk, butter salt, and pepper. With only 5-ingredients, they are so simple to make and a classic, savory, side dish to any meal.

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total time: 30 MINUTES

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– 4 tablespoons butter, plus more for serving

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Homemade Mashed Potatoes

This Homemade Mashed Potatoes recipe uses a 5-pound bag of white potatoes, milk, butter salt, and pepper. With only 5-ingredients, they are so simple to make and a classic, savory, side dish to any meal.

total time: 30 MINUTES

– 4 tablespoons butter, plus more for serving

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– 3/4 cup of whole milk, (can substitute your preferred kind of milk), plus more if needed for desired consistency

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