MAKING

1. In a large pot, add water to the potatoes until they are just covered. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Cook the potatoes on medium-high heat for about 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.

2. Once done, drain potatoes in a colander and then place into a bowl.

3. While the potatoes are cooking warm together butter and whipped cream in the microwave or in a small saucepan on the stove.

4. Then, mash potatoes either by hand with a potato masher or using a hand blender, until smooth.

5. Pour melted butter and cream into mashed potatoes and stir until well combined.

6. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.

SERVING

7. Serve immediately and enjoy!

TIPS

Here are a few ideas suggested by the chef to change up your mashed potatoes a little bit.

Add a couple of tablespoons of minced chives or sliced scallions to make a wonderful addition.

You could also make loaded mashed potatoes by substituting the buttermilk for sour cream and adding 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese, 2 tablespoons of bacon bits for a loaded mashed potato. Serve them up special or in the traditional way they are going to taste so good when you make them homemade.