Brazilian recipe
Easy Mashed Potatoes (Purê de batata)
These mashed potatoes are a classic side dish, prized for their creamy texture and easy preparation.
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Ingredients
1 kg potatoes
2 tbsp margarine
1 garlic clove, crushed
salt to taste
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp margarine
1 garlic clove, crushed
salt to taste
1/2 cup milk
Where to find ingredients
Look for potatoes, margarine, garlic, salt, and milk in the produce section, dairy aisle, and pantry shelves of supermarkets or at local markets. If needed, unsalted butter can be used as a substitute for margarine.
Preparation method
- Cook the potatoes in water until they are very soft
- Peel the potatoes while they are still hot
- Pass the potatoes through a potato ricer
- Transfer the mash to a bowl
- Add the margarine, salt and garlic
- Mix everything very well until the margarine has completely melted
- Gradually add the milk little by little
- Keep stirring until you reach the desired consistency
Observations
A simple, comforting recipe to serve with everyday meals. The key to a good mash is making sure the potatoes are cooked until very soft so they mash smoothly.
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