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15 June 2026

Mashed potatoes: why you should stop cooking your potatoes in boiling water

Cooking potatoes in boiling water seems like the most obvious method for preparing homemade mashed potatoes. However, this traditional technique could be the reason why your mash lacks flavor or becomes gluey, despite all your efforts. Chefs are now revealing a simple alternative that radically transforms the texture and taste of this classic dish.

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