mashed potato volcano recipe

Ingredients

• 5 lbs Russet Potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 1/2 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoons Butter, unsalted
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
• Food Coloring (Red and Orange)
• 1/2 cup Cornstarch
• 1 cup Cold Water

Instructions

1. Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
2. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
3. Add milk, butter, salt, and pepper to the pot. Mash until smooth.
4. Divide the mashed potatoes into two bowls.
5. To one bowl, add red food coloring and mix until desired volcano color is achieved.
6. To the other bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to form a slurry.
7. Pour cornstarch slurry into the second bowl of mashed potatoes and mix well.
8. Using a spoon, create a volcano shape on a serving platter.
9. Pour the red/orange mashed potatoes around the base of the volcano.
10. Add the remaining mashed potatoes to the volcano top to simulate lava flow.

Notes

• For a smoother mash, use a potato ricer instead of a masher.
• Warm the milk slightly before adding to the potatoes for a creamier texture.
• Store leftover mashed potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat with a little milk or butter.
• To bake, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.