Which potato masher is best? There are few things more comforting than a generous scoop of mashed potatoes, but preparing the side dish can be challenging and time-consuming without the proper tools.

You dutifully strain, rinse, and dry them while you open drawer after drawer looking for your potato masher…that you’ve never owned. No need to panic—and no need to rush out to the shop.

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