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Microwave Mashed Potatoes
This recipe for microwave mashed potatoes is simple and foolproof, and the results are creamy and delicious. All you need are a few simple ingredients and a microwave-safe bowl.
Prep Time
3 mins
Cook Time
3 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 365 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 potatoes medium, peeled and chopped into small pieces
- ¼ cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon pepper adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon parsley chopped
Instructions
- Place the chopped potatoes in a microwave-safe bowl and add enough water to cover the potatoes.
- Microwave on high for 8-10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Drain the water from the potatoes and add the milk and butter.
- Use a potato masher or fork to mash the potatoes until they are smooth and creamy. If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can use a hand blender or food processor to puree the potatoes.
- Season the mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
- If desired, top the mashed potatoes with chopped fresh herbs or grated cheese and serve.
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Notes
- Use the right type of potatoes. Yukon Gold potatoes are the best type of potatoes for mashing, as they have a high starch content and a creamy texture.
- Cut the potatoes into even pieces. This will help them cook evenly in the microwave.
- Add a little bit of water to the bottom of the bowl. This will help to prevent the potatoes from sticking to the bowl and drying out.
- Don't over-mash the potatoes. Over-mashed potatoes will become sticky and gluey.
Nutrition Information
Calories
365kcal
(18%)
Carbohydrates
57g
(19%)
Protein
8g
(16%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Trans Fat
0.5g
Cholesterol
34mg
(11%)
Sodium
412mg
(17%)
Potassium
1398mg
(40%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
411IU
(8%)
Vitamin C
63mg
(70%)
Calcium
81mg
(8%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 365
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 365kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 57g | 19% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0.5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 34mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 412mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 1398mg | 30% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 411IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 63mg | 70% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.