In article >,
"Bob Terwilliger" > wrote:

> Om wrote:
>
> >> The crashed potatoes were more bother than they're worth, IMO; the
> >> potatoes stuck to the masher and it was something of a mess before baking
> >> them.
> >
> > I've not actually tried making them, but thanks for the warning about
> > using the masher. I actually do have one of those things. I wonder if
> > one were to simply use a large oiled fork instead if it'd be easier?
>
> Back when those potatoes were first discussed here, I mentioned that I think
> it's easiest to crush the potatoes with your hand. You can apply *just* the
> right amount of pressure.
>
> Bob


<shrug> I think the potato would have stuck in the masher regardless of
the pressure applied ‹ enough to do the job had them sticking in the
masher.

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