Soft & Fluffy Mashed Potato (V)

Mashed or roasted, we all need a potato fix. Add cheese for a super indulgent treat

Prep time: 15mins | Cook time: 20mins
Ingredients
  • 1.5kg potatoes – Maris piper or Rooster
  • 250ml semi skimmed milk
  • 125g soft spread
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Handful of grated cheese (optional)
Method
  1. Wash and peel your potatoes, removing any eyes and rinse in cool water
  2. Thinly slice the potatoes and par boil in lightly salted water for 10-15 minutes
  3. Remove any excess water from the saucepan and add the semi skimmed milk, soft spread and salt & pepper to taste
  4. Mash using a potato masher or a blender until smooth
  5. TOBY TIP: For the smoothest mash, dig out the old ricer from the back of the cupboard. If you don't have one, push your mashed-up potatoes through a sieve
  6. If using cheese, add it to the potatoes and blend one last time
  7. Serve hot with your favourite roast
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Cooking times will vary according to your equipment specification and timings are given for guidance. We use a fan assisted oven for our recipes. Please follow instructions given on product packaging for best cooking instructions as these recipes are for guidance only. (V) indicates vegetarian recipe, (Ve) indicates vegan recipe. Double check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies, intolerances or food preferences.