Linda's Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

These potatoes are delicious, rich, creamy and fluffy. Try them, and see for yourself. NOTE: If you use smaller potatoes, use less milk. Start with 1/2 c. and go from there.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 8  large potatoes, peeled, and quartered
• 1  teaspoon sea salt
•  freshly cracked pepper, to taste
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 3⁄4-1  cup milk
• 1⁄2 cup sour cream (optional)
• 2  eggs

Directions

1. In a large pan, boil potatoes with salt until tender, 15-20 minutes.
2. Drain water, and add remaining ingredients.
3. Mash until smooth, with a potato masher.
4. Do not whip continually with a beater, or they will get gooey, and starchy as the gluten breaks down.
5. Note: You can turn this recipe into garlic mashed potatoes, by adding 3 cloves roasted garlic when you mash.
6. You can turn this recipe into garlic onion mashed potatoes, by adding sauteed onions, and roasted garlic to your taste, while mashing.
7. For another tasty dish, try adding shredded Cheddar cheese, and cooked broccoli pieces.