Unveiling the Secret: Why You Shouldn’t Boil Mashed Potatoes and the Best Method to Make Them

✅ The Better Way: Steam or Bake

Skip the boiling pot and try one of these two methods that preserve flavor, texture, and nutrition.

Method 1: Steam for Smooth, Creamy Results

Steaming cooks potatoes more gently and evenly, without soaking them. Peel and cube your potatoes, place them in a steamer basket over simmering water, and steam until fork-tender. Then mash them with warm butter and cream for ultra-silky results.

Method 2: Bake for Richer, Deeper Flavor

Baking potatoes whole concentrates their flavor and keeps them from absorbing extra moisture. Once they’re soft, cut them open and scoop out the fluffy insides. Mash with your add-ins for a more savory, luxurious taste