I want to make a LARGE batch of mashed potatoes and i have an electric kitchenaid mixers i normally use for cookies etc....
Is it safe to use this for mashed potatoes and will their consistency be the same as manual mashing?
I would try it myself but i dont want to waste the $$$$ if it turns out to be a flop.
thanks!
2007-12-10 07:34:54 · 10 answers · asked by d0odx 1 in Food & Drink ➔ Cooking & Recipes
I have a kitchenaid and have tried it. It works ok with the whisk attachment (not the paddle) but there are still some lumps.
Best gadget for this is a potato ricer. You can go through a large batch of potatoes in about 3 minutes. It will cost you $5 for one at walmart or target.
2007-12-10 07:48:27 · answer #1 · answered by mark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always use my electric mixer for mashed potatoes. Just don't put it on the highest speed first. I mash mine just a bit before turning the machine on. Scrape the bowl occasionally, and wait until they're the consistency you want.
2007-12-10 07:50:19 · answer #2 · answered by chefgrille 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Mix on low, then medium-low speed to the desired consistency. It tastes the same as manual mashing. I do this myself with large batches.
I always try to make mashed potatoes as smooth as possible. If you don't like them really smooth, mix on low speed only, while being careful of consistency.
2007-12-10 07:41:35 · answer #3 · answered by Zachary & Jeremiah's Mummy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i do it allll the time. my beater are real skinny things....like whisk skinny but still only 4 tines or whatever, and when i mix my potatoes....i put everything in first, mash it around a little with the beaters then give em a whirl! the texture is fine cause the beaters don't mash them totally like a blender or food processor would. i like em better that way than using my masher.
2007-12-10 07:41:37 · answer #4 · answered by kimmy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's how I always make mashed potatoes, but I like them very creamy & with no lumps. It just depends on your preference.
2007-12-10 07:49:12 · answer #5 · answered by Emily & her mommy love Da Bears! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! It would probably be a good idea to do them in 2 batches so the beater blades are free to incorporate air. They will come out smooth and creamy.
2007-12-10 07:42:45 · answer #6 · answered by Butterfly Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been told that it makes the mashed potatoes gluey and unpleasant, so I wouldn't try it.
2007-12-10 07:39:50 · answer #7 · answered by falco_aesolon 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah,but only on slow,as you will get some kind of puree,as you can tell i have already experienced this.
2007-12-10 07:48:11 · answer #8 · answered by Countess 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, my mom does it a lot. They'll turn out fine.
2007-12-10 07:38:05 · answer #9 · answered by Julia M 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
yes that is one of the main jobs..
just do not add too much liquid at any one time
2007-12-10 07:47:02 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋