# Mashed potatoes (from Natashas Kitchen)

Video: [Ultra Creamy Mashed Potatoes Recipe - Natasha's Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4) by [Natashas Kitchen](https://www.youtube.com/@Natashaskitchen).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$2.33 per serving, ~$7.00 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$15.67* per serving (87%) vs ordering out (~$18.00*). * Estimate: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario casual-restaurant plate at ~$18, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 4 lbs (or 12 each) russet potatoes russet potatoes
- cold water, to cover cold water
- 1 to 1.25 cups hot milk hot milk
- 16 tbsp (1 cup) softened unsalted butter unsalted butter
- 1.5 tsp sea salt (or to taste) sea salt
- melted butter, for garnish melted butter
- chopped fresh parsley, for garnish fresh parsley

## Steps

1. [0:15](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=15s) Peel the potatoes and remove any eyes or blemishes using a spoon or paring knife.
2. [0:37](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=37s) Rinse the peeled potatoes in cold water to wash away excess starch and prevent browning.
3. [0:45](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=45s) Place the potatoes in a large pot and pour in enough cold water to just cover them.
4. [0:55](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=55s) Bring to a rolling boil over high heat, then lower the heat to a gentle boil, partially cover, and cook until tender (about 20 to 25 minutes).
5. [1:54](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=114s) Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a sink.
6. [1:58](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=118s) Transfer the hot potatoes to a stand mixer bowl and coarsely break them up by hand using the whisk attachment.
7. [2:13](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=133s) Mount the bowl onto the stand mixer and beat on low speed for 30 seconds.
8. [2:19](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=139s) Increase the mixer to medium speed and slowly pour in the hot milk.
9. [2:31](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=151s) With the mixer still running, add the softened butter one tablespoon at a time, waiting briefly between each addition.
10. [3:28](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=208s) Add the sea salt and mix until fully incorporated.
11. [4:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zcCzUm5J-x4&t=248s) Transfer the whipped potatoes to a serving dish, drizzle with melted butter, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

## Equipment

- vegetable peeler
- large pot
- colander
- stand mixer with whisk attachment

## What the video didn't say

- servings
- total cooking time

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