Idaho Spuds Mashed Potatoes Classic

Preparation
instructions: Number of servings … Water(cups) … Butter (or
margarine or olive oil) … Salt (tsp.) (optional) … Milk (cups) …
Potato flakes (cups) … Microwave time. 2 Servings … 2/3 cup … 1
Tbsp. … 1/4 tsp. … 1/3 cup … 2/3 cup … 2 to 2 1/2 minutes. 4
Servings … 1 1/4 cups … 2 Tbsp. …. 1/2 tsp. … 2/3 cup … 1 1/3
cups … 3 to 3 1/2 minutes. 6 Servings … 2 cups … 3 Tbsp. … 3/4
tsp. … 1 cup … 2 cups … 4 1/2 to 5 minutes. 12 Servings … 4 cups
… 6 Tbsp. …1 1/2 tsp. …2 cups ….4 cups. About 18 … 5 3/4 cups
…1/2 cup … 2 1/4 tsp. … 2 3/4 cups … Entire box. Microwave is
not recommended for amounts over 6 servings. Because of difference in
microwave ovens, cooking times may vary. Stovetop Directions: 1. Heat
water, butter and salt to rolling boil in saucepan. 2. Remove from heat.
3. Add milk to saucepan. Stir in potato flakes with fork until potatoes
are desired consistency. Do not whip. Refrigerate leftovers. High
altitude (3500-6500 ft): Stove-Top prep: Because liquids may evaporate
faster, increase water amount and cooking times if needed. Microwave
directions: 1. Combine water, butter, salt and milk in microwave-safe
bowl according to chart above. 2. Stir in potato flakes just until
moistened; cover but allow steam to vent on one side. 3. Microwave on
high. 4. Remove carefully from microwave-bowl and potatoes will be hot;
stir gently, do not whip. Refrigerate leftovers. Microwave prep:
Increase microwave time by 30 seconds (potatoes will be hot but not
bubbly). Extra creamy potatoes: Stir in additional milk until desired
consistency is achieved. Extra firm potatoes: Stir in a few more potato
flakes.

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