Why You Shouldn’t Boil Mashed Potatoes in Water: A Cooking Mistake to Avoid

Boiling in water also causes the loss of key nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and B vitamins, which are water-soluble. These nutrients end up in the water and are dumped down the drain.

Study Insight: According to the USDA, boiling can reduce vitamin C content in potatoes by up to 40%, especially if peeled before cooking.

Better Alternatives: What to Do Instead

 

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