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🍗 How to Make Next-Level Mashed Potatoes (No More Bland Sides!)

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

2 lbs (900g) potatoes (Yukon Gold or Russet work best)

4 cups chicken or vegetable broth (low-sodium preferred)

1–2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil (for rubbing skins — optional but tasty)

Salt, to taste

½ cup whole milk or cream (warmed)

4 tbsp (½ stick) unsalted butter

Freshly cracked black pepper

Optional upgrades: sour cream, chives, roasted garlic, Parmesan

✅ Pro Tip: Don’t toss the cooking liquid! Reserve some for mashing — it’s packed with flavor.

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Keep the Skins On (Yes, Really!)

Wash potatoes thoroughly.