8large Yukon gold potatoesabout 2 ½ pounds, peeled and quartered
5tablespoonssalted buttercut into pieces
¾teaspooncoarse kosher salt
½teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoonfreshly cracked black pepper
Fresh chopped thyme, parsley, or chives (optional)
Instructions
Add potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. The water should be at least 1 inch over the potatoes. Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Reserving some of the cooking liquid, drain the potatoes and return to the pot.
Add the butter, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mash the potatoes until smooth, adding the reserved cooking liquid a little at a time until the desired consistency is reached.
Serve topped with fresh chopped thyme, parsley, or chives if desired.
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Notes
Tips for customizing mashed potatoes without milk
To make dairy free and vegan mashed potatoes, use a vegan butter, such as Earth Balance
If you want them to be creamier, add soy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk a little at a time until the desired consistency and taste is achieved
Swap the garlic powder for a few cloves or roasted garlic