Southern Mashed Potatoes

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier with unsaturated fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories; water is budget-friendly.

cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt adds protein and is lower in fat.

Peel and chop the potatoes into even pieces.

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water.

Add salt to the water and bring to a boil over medium heat.

Cook the potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.

Add butter, milk, and cream to the potatoes.

Mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy.

Season with salt, pepper, and garlic to taste.

Serve warm as a side dish.

Cooking Techniques

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