Basic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook until tender but still firm, about 15 minutes; drain.

In a small saucepan heat butter and milk over low heat until butter is melted. Using a potato masher or electric beater, slowly blend milk mixture into potatoes until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.