Best potato varieties to use for mashing

I use Maris Piper with butter, milk and seasoning, but I'm wondering if there is a better variety for mashing?

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Best Answer

The variety of potato used for mashing really is a matter of preference, and the style of product you desire.

Light, Fluffy Mashed Potatoes

The best potatoes for light, fluffy, very smooth and elegent mashed potatoes are starchy varieties, such as the US Idaho.

Dense, Creamy Mashed Potatoes

For dense, creamy mashed potatoes (which also hold longer), a waxy potato like a Red Bliss or a fingerling is more ideal.

Middle of the Road

You can also get excellent results with middle of the road potatoes which are between the starchy and waxy extremes, such as the US Yukon Gold.

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Quick Answer about "Best potato varieties to use for mashing"

Choose higher starch potatoes like Russets or Yukon Golds for the fluffiest, smoothest and most flavor-packed mash. Russet varieties mash up light and fluffy, while yellow-fleshed potatoes like Yukon Gold have a naturally buttery flavor and creamy, dense consistency.

Potatoes: Taste and Varieties

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