In article >,
Omelet > wrote:

> In article
> >,

> > > You could use a fork, large spoon, cutting board, or
> > > or even the heel of your hand. No sense dirtying up the ricer if
> > > you're not going to use like it was intended. And it would not
> > > smash any better than any of the above.
> >
> > "Next, grab your potato masher and gently press down on the potato until
> > it slightly mashes..."
> >
> > http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2...-hot-potatoes/
> >
> > Look at the pretty pictures. They are pretty clear.
> >
> > And yes, you could use almost anything. I'm not sure about using your
> > hand, if you follow the recipe. These are potatoes right out of boiling
> > water.
>
> Why not just use a large fork?

Why not? But if you have a masher, I think it might save a few seconds
and work better. But if you don't, use what you have.

--
Dan Abel
Petaluma, California USA