When my grandmother saw me cooking potatoes in water to make mashed potatoes, she burst out laughing and said to me:
“In water? All the flavor goes away, my dear!”

That’s when she revealed the trick that’s been passed down through generations in our family. A simple yet transformative method that turns ordinary mashed potatoes into an irresistible treat.

The trick is in the cooking: boil the potatoes in milk

Yes, it’s that simple. Instead of using water, boil the potatoes directly in milk along with a couple of cloves of garlic and salt. The milk soaks into the potatoes from the inside, resulting in a much creamier texture and a rich flavor that needs almost no additions.

Grandma’s Mashed Potato Recipe

Ingredients:
4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

2 1/2 cups of whole milk

2 cloves of garlic

Salt to taste

2 tablespoons of butter

Black pepper and nutmeg to taste (optional)

Preparation: