Mashed potatoes are a simple recipe, but I have been told some need steps for the most basic cooking by those who want a recipe for something like mashed potatoes or scrambled eggs.

A couple years back I made mashed potatoes every night for dinner. This recipe is a basic version of mashed potatoes without dairy ingredients like cream or butter. After using the basic steps, you can add chopped chives for a little flavor or feta cheese for a non-vegan version.