Well, I'm guessing one :L
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The number of sweet potatoes needed to make 4 cups of cubed sweet potatoes can vary based on the size of the potatoes. On average, one medium sweet potato yields about 1 to 1.5 cups when cubed. Therefore, you would typically need about 3 to 4 medium sweet potatoes to get 4 cups of cubed sweet potatoes.
One pound of of white or russet potatoes makes approximately 1 3/4 cups of mashed potatoes. Using that measurement, then five pounds of potatoes would make approximately 8 3/4 cups of mashed potatoes. Source: http://southernfood.about.com/library/info/blequivp.htm
If mashed after cooking, approximately 8 cups.
The answer will vary with the size of the potato. 4 to 5 medium potatoes would equal about 1 pound. One medium potato is equal to about 1/2 cup, so one pound of potatoes would be equal to about 2 cups of mashe potatoes.
A general guideline is to prepare about 1/2 to 3/4 cup of mashed potatoes per person for a side dish. For 50 people, this means you should make approximately 25 to 38 cups of mashed potatoes. If you want to ensure there's enough for everyone and some leftovers, aiming for around 30 to 40 cups would be ideal.
nothing of your concern and i am guessing about 2
Yes, you can overcook mashed potatoes by boiling them for too long, which can make them too soft and mushy.
Yes, you can use buttermilk to make mashed potatoes. It adds a tangy flavor and creamy texture to the dish.
maybe if you mash them there`s barley any difference
To make delicious oven mashed potatoes, start by boiling peeled and diced potatoes until tender. Drain and mash the potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Transfer the mashed potatoes to a baking dish, top with cheese and breadcrumbs, and bake in the oven until golden brown and crispy on top. Enjoy your tasty oven mashed potatoes!
The fastest way to make mashed potatoes is to peel and chop the potatoes, boil them until soft, then mash them with butter, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.