Stop Boiling Mashed Potatoes in Water — Try This Instead

Mashed potatoes are already a comfort-food favorite, but one simple change can make them much richer and more flavorful: cook the potatoes in chicken broth instead of plain water.

The potatoes absorb extra flavor while they cook, giving you creamy mashed potatoes that taste delicious even before adding the usual butter and seasonings.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds potatoes
• 3 cups chicken broth or stock
• Water, if needed
• 3 tablespoons butter
• ¼ cup warm milk or cream
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste

Optional Add-Ins

• 2 tablespoons sour cream
• Fresh chopped chives
• Roasted garlic
• Grated Parmesan cheese

How to Make Them

1. Prepare the Potatoes

Wash the potatoes thoroughly. You can peel them or leave the skins on for a more rustic texture.

Cut them into evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate.

2. Cook in Broth

Place the potatoes in a large pot and pour in enough

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