Why are my mashed potatoes dry?
Chef's answer
The problem with overcooked potatoes is that they absorb a ton of water. When you go to mash them, they'll be soupy and sad. One way to fix them is by placing them in a pot over low heat and gently cooking them. The excess water will turn into steam, and your mash will dry out.
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When your burgers hit the hot griddle, the proteins break down into smaller compounds. And this causes browned, charred, and toasty flavor - it makes meat taste like a proper diner burger! ... And when you smash burgers, they get flatter - which means more contact area for tastier - Maillard Reaction - meals.
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When your burgers hit the hot griddle, the proteins break down into smaller compounds. ... And when you smash burgers, they get flatter - which means more contact area for tastier - Maillard Reaction - meals. And if you smash right, you don't lose any juices.
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The information gathered leads us to a conclusion that rice, especially brown or parboiled kind (white one with added nutrients) is a better choice than potatoes thanks to its high vitamin content and low glycemic index.
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The sale and shutdown of Mash's Inc. meat-processing plant earlier this month has led to the layoff of its employes, represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. When Nathan Mash sold the Landover company to Terrence Conway on July 17, Mash closed the plant and terminated all of Mash's 150 employes.27 Jul 1987.
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The sale and shutdown of Mash's Inc. meat-processing plant earlier this month has led to the layoff of its employes, represented by the United Food and Commercial Workers Union. When Nathan Mash sold the Landover company to Terrence Conway on July 17, Mash closed the plant and terminated all of Mash's 150 employes.27 Jul 1987.
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Cold leftover mashed potatoes can be reheated right back to their former hot, creamy, and smooth state. But you can't just stick them in the microwave and hope for the best..
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Reheat in the oven: keep foil on mashed potatoes at 375 for 30-40 minutes. Reheat in a slow cooker, add a little cream and butter to keep them moist. Place mashed potatoes in a zip lock bag, seal well and place carefully in a simmering pan of water. Place mashed potatoes in a heat-safe bowl over a pot of water.
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