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Nuke that spud for about five minutes on high. Your microwave might be a powerhouse or a gentle grandparent. Every machine is different. But you’ll know it’s done when you can gently squeeze it with a fork and it gives way like a soft pillow on a bad day.

Let it sit for a minute. Don’t burn your fingers—that rush of steam is real. I once grabbed a microwaved potato like it was a hot potato (ironic), and I swear it laughed at me.

Now comes the mashing moment. Cut the potato open. It should be fluffy and steaming like a tiny volcano. Scoop the flesh into a bowl (or leave the skin on for rustic charm if you’re going for the whole “I’m a busy but fancy parent” look).

But What About the Texture?

Here’s the truth: Microwave potatoes are a little different. They’re not as fluffy as boiled ones. They’re more dense—like the difference between a cloud and a well-packed snowball. But you know what? That’s actually perfect for creamy mashed potatoes.

Add a generous pat of butter. Not a polite pat. The kind of pat that says, “I’ve had a long day and I deserve this.” Then splash in some warm milk (cold milk makes them sad).

Mash with a fork or a potato masher. If you use a hand mixer, you’ll get glue. Don’t become a glue maker. You want lumps that whisper, “I’m homemade,” not “I’m from a box.”

How to Make Mash Potatoes in the Microwave?