Mashed potatoes can be a real time-sucker to make. Plus, they often end up getting slimy when they’re cooked. The good news is that a few simple changes can help you make mashed potatoes that actually taste great. Here’s how to get the best tasting potatoes you’ve ever eaten.
Potato Thickening Tips
Mashed potatoes are a great comfort food. They are simple to make, but can be made a variety of ways. And they are great for holidays because they are hearty enough to serve for your next dinner party. But mashed potatoes can be bland. So, to make them more flavorful, there are a few things you can do. First, instead of using the canned variety of potatoes, use fresh potatoes. This gives the mash a wonderful texture. You can also add a few ingredients to give your potatoes a boost. The first is cream. Cream adds richness to mashed potatoes. A second is sour cream. It also adds a nice tangy flavor. Another great ingredient is butter. It adds richness, and also gives your mashed potatoes a nice golden color. But you don’t have to use butter. Sour cream, milk, cream, and other liquids can be used instead.
Common Thickening Techniques
To thicken mashed potatoes, use two separate mashing techniques. The first is to add some potatoes as you mash the others. This can thicken the mashed potatoes. The second is to thicken the mashed potatoes by cooking them in a pan for a few minutes. Use one method if the potatoes are thick. Use the second method if the potatoes are thin. Make sure to remove the pan and let the potatoes continue to cook if the pan becomes too hot.
How to Thicken Mashed Potatoes
If you want to thicken your mashed potatoes, add cornstarch to the pot. Simply stir the cornstarch into the pot of mashed potatoes while it is still hot, and your potatoes will thicken up. You can also mix frozen potato flakes into the mashed potatoes to make the potatoes extra thick.
What Do You Mean “Thick Potatoes”?
You’ll need about 3 cups of diced potatoes (peeled) and 1 cup of milk. To thicken the mixture, add a half a cup of flour to the potatoes. Stir together and then cook on medium heat until the potatoes are soft, about 15 minutes.
Mashed Potatoes Recipe
I’ve tried a few ways to thicken mashed potatoes but I’ve never been satisfied with how thick they got. It’s a challenge to get them to thicken enough that they don’t drip off the spoon when you eat them. If anyone has a good recipe for thickening mashed potatoes I would love to try it.
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