Basic Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 5 pounds russet potatoes
• 1/4 cup butter, at room temperature
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1 teaspoonsalt
• Serves 4-6

Directions

1. Peel and cut the potatoes into chunks.
2. In a large pot of water of simmering water add the potatoes.
3. Bring to a boil and cook until fork tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
4. Drain the potatoes in a large colander. Place them back into the dry pot.
5. Mash the potatoes, allowing all the steam to escape before adding in all the other ingredients.
6. Add butter, cream, and salt, . Mash to combine.