Ultimate Mashed Potato

Heston Blumenthal's technique for silkier mash involves double cooking potatoes, ricing over cold butter, and passing through a sieve.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 751.3 kcals 3005 kcals
Carbohydrates 44.7 grams 178.6 grams
Fat 62.3 grams 249.2 grams
Protein 6 grams 24.1 grams
Cook Time
60 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
300
g
Butter
cold, cut into cubes
50
ml
Milk
warm, added to taste
NutsSeeds
15
g
Salt
approx 1 tbsp for boiling water
Vegetables
1
kg
Charlotte Potatoes
peeled and cut into 2.5cm slices

Steps

  • Peel the potatoes, cut into 2.5cm slices, and rinse under cold water.
  • Simmer potatoes in 70°C water for 30 minutes using a thermometer.
  • Drain and rinse potatoes under cold water until completely cool.
  • Boil potatoes in salted water until soft and drain thoroughly.
  • Shake the pan over gentle heat to evaporate remaining moisture.
  • Pass potatoes through a ricer into a bowl containing cold butter.
  • Push the mixture through a fine-meshed drum sieve for a silky texture.
  • Reheat gently while gradually whisking in warm milk to serve.