There are many ways to prepare potatoes. A popular way is to mash them. Here is a delish bash mashed potatoes recipe for one. 

 You can use instant mashed potatoes, or you can make your own. If you use instant mashed potatoes, you can follow the instructions on the box and adjust the positions. Below is an adjusted mashed potatoes recipe for one person: 

Ingredients 

 • 1/4 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and quartered• 3/4 cloves garlic, peeled, or to taste (Optional)• 1/4 cup milk• 1/2 tablespoons butter• salt and ground black pepper to taste 

Directions

 1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add potatoes and garlic, lower heat to medium, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.2. When the potatoes are almost finished, heat milk and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until the butter is melted.3. Drain potatoes and return to the pot. Slowly add warm milk mixture, blending it with a potato masher or electric mixer until the potatoes are smooth and creamy. Season the potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.

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