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Creamy, soft, mashed potatoes with milk
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 serving (medium) of Mashed potatoes with milk (150 g) has 143 calories. That works out to 95 calories per 100 g. It contains 26.3 g of carbs, 3.3 g of protein, 3.2 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B6 covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 75 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mashed potatoes with milk are made by mashing boiled potatoes and loosening them with milk for a soft, creamy consistency. The dish is a familiar home-cooked side across Europe and North America, often enriched with butter depending on the recipe. Its mild flavour and smooth texture pair well with roast meat, sausages, gravy or a vegetable main. Serve it warm, when it is at its creamiest.
It is mainly a carbohydrate-rich side, with 95 calories per 100 g. For a lighter version, use less butter and add the milk gradually until the potatoes are soft but not runny. It also works well alongside greens or other vegetables for a simple, balanced plate.
Selected: 100 g
95
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
17.5g
· 6% DV
Protein
2.2g
· 4% DV
Fat
2.1g
· 3% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 9% · Fat 19%
Vitamins
B6
0.18mg · 11% DV
B1
0.09mg · 8% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
7mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Sodium
200mg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
260mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
40mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
18mg · 4% DV
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 95 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.3g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Boil peeled potatoes until tender, drain them well, then mash while hot and gradually stir in warm milk. Add salt and, if you like, butter. Adding the milk gradually helps you control the texture instead of making the mash runny.
Floury, high-starch potatoes are best for mashed potatoes with milk because they break down easily and make a fluffy mash. Waxy potatoes tend to hold their shape, so the finished dish can be denser and less smooth.
Mashed potatoes with milk turn gluey when the potatoes are overworked, especially in a blender or food processor. Mash them with a hand masher or potato ricer, then fold in the milk gently and stop as soon as the texture is smooth.
Yes, but warm milk blends into mashed potatoes with milk more easily and keeps the dish hot. Cold milk can cool the potatoes and make the mash feel heavier, so warm it gently before adding it a little at a time.
Yes, you can make mashed potatoes with milk ahead and refrigerate them in a covered container. Reheat them gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring in a splash of milk if they have thickened.
Yes, mashed potatoes with milk can be frozen, though they may separate or become grainy after thawing. Freeze them in airtight portions, thaw in the refrigerator, and stir well while reheating; a little milk can help bring the texture back together.
For extra-smooth mashed potatoes with milk, use a potato ricer or food mill and add warm milk gradually. Drain the potatoes thoroughly before mashing; excess water can dilute the flavor and leave the finished mash loose.
Mashed potatoes with milk pair well with roast meat, sausages, meatballs, and rich gravies. Their mild flavor also works with roasted vegetables, making them an easy side dish for both meat-based and vegetarian meals.
Yes, mashed potatoes with milk can be made without butter. Milk alone gives the potatoes moisture and a creamy texture; season with salt and pepper, and add a little more milk if the mash feels too firm.
Add milk to mashed potatoes with milk gradually rather than pouring it all in at once. The amount needed varies with how dry the cooked potatoes are and how thick you like your mash, so stop when it reaches the consistency you want.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.