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Creamy Microwave Mashed Potatoes

September 23, 2018

Creamy Microwave Mashed Potatoes are the easiest method of making the best mashed potatoes at home. Faster than boiling a pan of water, this recipe works for regular potatoes, sweet potatoes and yams.

 

Mashed russet potatoes with melted butter and chives and mashed sweet potatoes both in black bowls with serving spoons

 

No, this is not a recipe for instant mashed potatoes. These are mashed potatoes 100% from scratch. A mashed potato shortcut/mashed potato hack.

I came up with this method after living in the Arizona desert during the summer with triple digit temperatures and didn’t want to heat up my kitchen by boiling a pan of water and potatoes. 

Mashed potato in a black bowl garnished with melted butter and chopped chives

This recipe also eliminates the waiting for a large pan of water to boil and with this method, the skins peel so much easier and faster. I am not a fan of peeling potatoes. Who is??

I don’t typically use my microwave for cooking recipes, this is the only time I use it. The only other time I use my microwave is for reheating leftovers.

Mashed sweet potatoes in a black bowl garnished with a fresh sage leave

 

What I love most about this method is, the potatoes don’t take on any water as they would if you boiled them so they’re not watery they absorb the milk and butter instead.

This method works perfectly for russet, Yukon gold, sweet potatoes and yams.

A spoonful of mashed potato dotted with chopped chives

This recipe comes in very handy around the holidays for your Thanksgiving or Christmas side dish. The stove top and oven are precious real estate when cooking  a holiday dinner so if you can bring in the help of another appliance like the slow cooker or microwave, dinner will be a lot easier.

I have made a meal many times out of a bowl of leftover mashed potatoes. I add frozen peas and corn that I have microwaved for  a couple of minutes and called it my dinner. I think I love mashed potatoes.

 

Use this method for your baked potatoes

If I’m eating alone and want a quick baked potato I use this method. Cut the hot potato open, mix with creamy butter, defrosted frozen corn, top with grated sharp cheddar and chopped chives and you have any easy dinner for one.

Creamy Microwave Mashed Potatoes – Step by Step

Pierce a russet, sweet potato or yam all over with a fork

Pierce a potato all over with a fork

 

Microwave each potato on high for 2 minutes, turn and cook for 2 minutes. Repeat with all the potatoes. For a ½ pound (226 grams)  to ¾ pound potato (340 grams), 2 minutes per side is enough.  If your potatoes are larger, or you are using yams/sweet potatoes, turn again and repeat the 2 more times.

Microwave the potato on high for 2 minutes per side

 

Allow to cool for 10 minutes then peel the potatoes and add to a large bowl.

Peel the cooked potato

 

Use a potato masher or ricer to mash the potatoes well.

Mash or use a potato ricer to mash the potatoes

 

Stir in warm cream, melted butter, salt and pepper.

Stir in warm cream, melted butter, salt and pepper

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Yield: 4

Creamy Microwave Mashed Potatoes

Potatoes are microwaved and transformed into creamy mashed potato.
Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds russet potatoes, 1/2 pound each, rinsed and dried
  • 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, warmed in the microwave for 1 minute
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted, see note
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Use a fork to poke holes all over the potatoes. Microwave 1 potato on high for 2 minutes, turn and repeat.
  2. When a fork is inserted, it should go in easily all the way through with no resistance. Repeat with the other potatoes.
  3. Allow the potatoes to cool for 10 minutes. This helps the skin loosen and make them easier to peel.
  4. Once they are cool enough to handle, peel the skins using a potato peeler and add the potatoes to a large bowl.
  5. Mash well using a masher or a potato ricer. Add the milk, butter, salt and pepper and stir well to combine.
  6. Stir and adjust seasonings to your liking. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Cube the butter and add to a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high for 30-40 seconds until melted

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 587 Saturated Fat: 27g Cholesterol: 152mg Sodium: 628mg Carbohydrates: 43g Protein: 6g
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Comments

  1. Camila says

    September 29, 2018 at 1:27 pm

    I just sent this recipe to my daughter in college because she didn’t think she could cook in her dorm room with no kitchen. I love this recipe and trying this myself.

    Reply
    • Janette says

      September 29, 2018 at 1:30 pm

      I’m sure you’re happy knowing she’ll be eating real food. I hope you both love it.

      Reply
  2. Nikki says

    October 6, 2018 at 4:22 pm

    Just downloaded your website so happy 2 find so many amazing recipes I’ve always did my potatoes in the microwave but never used cream ty4 the advice turned out great😁 I’ve
    Always used a little bit of cream cheese makes it real yummy
    Cant wait to try my hand at making all sort of pie crust ty again God Bless
    Your new friend nikki

    Reply
    • Janette says

      October 7, 2018 at 2:36 pm

      This is so nice to read, thank you.

      Reply

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