? about buttermilk mashed potatoes

[Sherri83]

I am making buttermilk mashed potatoes for the first time and I want to know what is the taste difference between buttermilk and regular milk?

 

[Scotch]

It has a slightly tart taste, like plain yogurt or sour cream. It's great in mashed potatoes -- you really don't need any butter, just enough buttermilk to moisten the potatoes enough to mash them, plus some salt and pepper. Much more healthful way of making mashed potatoes.

 

[Sherri83]

Thanks! So, you wouldn't recommend just drinking it? I'm just kidding. It doesn't smell too wonderful, that's why I had to ask.

 

[Katie H]

Scotch is right about the taste. It is definitely tart. As for drinking, that's more an individual thing. My father used to drink a big glass of it before bed every night. He crushed up several saltine crackers in it before he drank it. I don't care for it as a drink, but it's wonderful for cooking.

 

[Sherri83]

Thanks Katie!

 

[Nils Hoyum]

My Dad loves the stuff too!