Mashed potato is a classic British staple, but according to a Michelin-starred chef we have not all been cooking them the correct way.
That's according to Southport-born Michelin-starred MasterChef host Marcus Wareing, who has pinpointed how to make the perfect bowl of mashed potatoes and elevate the humble dish to professional kitchen levels. In his recipe compilation, the cook urges readers to follow three steps.
"Cut evenly, cook evenly and don't rush," he advises. The TV chef adds that many make the mistake of cutting their potatoes to different sizes. Other common errors people make are boiling them too quickly and failing to leave them to rest.
