Idahoan Original Mashed Potatoes

Stove Top Directions: 1. Combine water, salt and butter* according to chart below. For best results, do not add milk until Step 3. 2. Heat to a boil, remove from heat. 3. Add cold milk; stir in potatoes gently and let stand until moist. Whip lightly with fork and serve. For a creamier mashed potato, stir in additional hot water or milk. For a firmer mashed potato, stir in additional potatoes. Less salt can be added if desired. * Margarine may be substituted for butter. Microwave Directions: 1. Combine water, salt, and butter* according to chart below in microwave-safe serving bowl. 2. Heat to a boil in microwave on high setting. Note: Microwaving not recommended for over 8 servings. 3. Remove from microwave. Caution: Serving bowl and liquid will be hot. 4. Add cold milk; stir in potatoes gently and let stand until moist. Whip lightly with fork and serve. * Margarine may be substituted for butter. 2 Servings: 1 qt pan size; 2/3 cup water; 1/4 tsp. salt; 1 tbsp. butter*; 1/3 cup milk; 2/3 cup potatoes. 4 Servings: 1-1/2 qt pan size; 1-1/3 cups water; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 tbsp. butter*; 2/3 cup milk; 1-1/3 cup potatoes. 8 Servings: 2 qts. pan size; 2-2/3 cups water; 1 tsp. salt; 4 tbsp. butter*; 1-1/3 cups milk; 2-2/3 cup potatoes. 18 Servings: 4 qts. pan size; 6 cups water; 2-1/4 tsp. salt; 9 tbsp. butter*; 3 cups milk; entire box potatoes. * Margarine may be substituted for butter. Push in & tear back.