Traditional Mashed Potatoes

I LOVE mashed potatoes. Ever since I was a kid, I have always loved the comfort of homemade mashed potatoes (I could give or take the gravy). Here's a recipe for mashed potatoes that came from the cookbook Jonathan got me for my birthday in July. I added blue cheese to spice it up a bit, because that is Jonathan's favorite!


1.5 lbs. russet potatoes
2 Tbsp. real butter
2 Tbsp. (plus more if needed) milk
Salt and black pepper

Cut the potatoes into uniform 1/2 inch pieces. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Once water boils, add potatoes and cook until very tender (test this with a fork; you want to pierce the biggest piece and have it crumble).

Drain and place the potatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add the butter and beat with an electric mixer until butter is melted and incorporated (electric mixer gives a creamy result). Slowly add in milk, until desired consistency is reached. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

Source: Our Best Bites cookbook