what spuds are best for mashing - need to buy a load for xmas eve

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so not too pricey either

thanks

I'd use maris piper

i did suggest these to dm - she is the cook/masher but she said they go all soupy

i use maris piper too, they will go soupy if cooked for too long, bout 35-40 mins is best.

I usually go for Desiree - smooth and fluffy. Same as Delia or if none available had good results with King Edwards. Nowt worse than lumpy mash.

What are you doing for Christmas Eve to go with your mash? I am in need of inspiration!

thanks everyone

i will suggest desiree

flibber -

its a traditional - ish polish xmas eve dinner - fish mash peas rollmops pirogi i think - rice pud for afters

Maris piper, butter, milk, seasoning and use a ricer = perfect mash

I recently got one of these potato ricers and its wonderful. Best mash ever! Usually use Vivaldi for roast and king edward for mash (or vivaldi, lovely sweet, buttery spuds)

I bought a big bag of Maris Pipers from Aldi at the weekend... 69p.