Mashed Potatoes

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Provided by Shiloh Chacon for the November 2019 issue of MidlothianNOW Magazine.

  • 5 lbs. potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Water, enough to cover potatoes
  • 2-3 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 4 oz. cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
  1. Peel and cube potatoes. Add water and salt; boil for 20 to 30 minutes.
  2. When your potatoes are fork tender, remove from heat. Drain the water; place potatoes in a big bowl.
  3. Add milk, cream cheese and butter or margarine. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth. If your mashed potatoes are too thick, add several more Tbsp. of milk.