Old-Fashioned Mashed Potatoes

Nothing fancy here, just good, basic mashed potatoes that are great as is or topped with your favorite gravy. For extra flavor, sprinkle with chopped chives.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 12

Ingredients

• 5  lbs baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 3⁄4 cup  warm 2% low-fat milk
• 2  tablespoons butter
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
• 3⁄4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan; cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 15 minutes or until tender; drain.
2. Combine the milk, butter, salt, and pepper in a large bowl., Add potato; let stand for 5 minutes or until butter melts.
3. Beat the potato mixture with a mixer at high speed until smooth.