How long do I microwave Steam n’ Mash
potatoes?"
Can I prepare half a bag of Steam n’ Mash potatoes?
Can I cook more than one bag of Steam n’ Mash potatoes at a time?
Should the Steam n’ Mash bag inflate while microwaving?
Should I poke holes in the Steam n’ Mash bag before cooking?
I accidentally opened the bag before microwaving! What should I do?
How do I store leftover Steam n’ Mash potatoes?
How do I reheat leftover Steam n’ Mash potatoes?
My potatoes were cold after I mashed them, what can I do?
I like my mashed potatoes smooth and creamy – what can I do?
I like my mashed potatoes thick and chunky – what can I do?
Is it safe to microwave in the bag?
Does the Ore-Ida Steam n’ Mash packaging contain BPA (Bisphenol A)?
How long do I microwave Steam n’ Mash potatoes?
Microwave times vary by variety of Steam n Mash. See our
cooking prep instructions for more information by variety.
Can I prepare half a bag of Steam n’ Mash potatoes? Yes! To prepare half a bag of Steam n’ Mash Cut Russet Potatoes or Cut Sweet Potatoes, please follow these directions:
Steam n’ Mash Cut Russet Potatoes – Half-bag preparation instructions:
- POUR ½ contents of bag (2 ½ cups) into a medium microwave-safe bowl and COVER.
- MICROWAVE on HIGH for 6 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Let stand for 2 minutes. ADD 1/3 cup milk and 1 tablespoon butter, then mash to desired smoothness.
Steam n’ Mash Cut Sweet Potatoes – Half-bag preparation instructions:
- POUR ½ contents of bag (3 cups) into a medium microwave-safe bowl and COVER.
- MICROWAVE on HIGH for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Let stand for 2 minutes. ADD 1/4 cup of brown sugar (firmly packed), 1 tablespoon butter, ¼ cup milk and ¼ teaspoon salt and mash to desire smoothness.
Can I cook more than one bag of Steam n’ Mash potatoes at a time? If you would like to make more than one bag of Steam n’ Mash Cut Russet Potatoes or Cut Sweet Potatoes at a time, please follow these directions:
Steam n’ Mash Cut Russet Potatoes – Two bag preparation instructions:
- POUR contents of both bags into large microwave-safe bowl and COVER.
- MICROWAVE on HIGH for 18 minutes, STIRRING every 4 1/2 minutes.
- Let stand 2 minutes.
- ADD 1/3 cup milk, 4 Tbsp butter, then mash to desired smoothness.
Steam n’ Mash Cut Sweet Potatoes – Two bag preparation instructions:
- POUR contents of both bags into large microwave-safe bowl and COVER.
- MICROWAVE on HIGH for 18 minutes, STIRRING every 4 1/2 minutes.
- Let stand 2 minutes.
- ADD ¼ cup milk, 1 cup brown sugar, and 4 tablespoons butter, ¼ cup milk and 1 teaspoon salt and mash to desired smoothness.
Should the Steam n’ Mash bag inflate while microwaving?
During cooking, the bag will slowly inflate. Steam will be released through small vents in the bag.
Should I poke holes in the Steam n’ Mash bag before cooking?
Do not cut or puncture the bag prior to microwaving Steam n’ Mash potatoes.
Our packaging has special vents in the bag that allow steam to escape during the
cooking process.
I accidentally opened the bag before microwaving! What should I do?
No Problem! You can cook Steam n' Mash potatoes in a microwave safe bowl. See
our alternate cook preparations.
How do I store leftover Steam n’ Mash potatoes?
Just like any leftovers, any Steam n’ Mash leftovers should be promptly refrigerated.
How do I reheat leftover Steam n’ Mash potatoes?
Reheat leftover Steam n’ Mash potatoes just like any other leftover mashed potatoes. We recommend reheating in the microwave, adding milk or butter as needed for creaminess.
My potatoes were cold after I mashed them, what can I do?
Here are a few suggestions for hotter mashed potatoes:
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Preheat the butter and milk before you add them to the potatoes
- Confirm you have a 1200W microwave; if your microwave is less than 1200W, increase cooking time accordingly, adding 30 seconds at a time until the potatoes are hot.
- Ensure that you are letting the potatoes sit for 2 minutes before removing from the microwave and mashing.
I like my mashed potatoes smooth and creamy – what can I do?
Steam n’ Mash potatoes are fully customizable, so you can make the potatoes thick, thin, smooth or
clumpy, you decide. For smoother or creamier potatoes:
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Add more milk and/or butter to adjust for creaminess
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Use an electric hand mixer or ricer to mash the potatoes with the liquid ingredients, mashing until desired consistency
I like my mashed potatoes thick and chunky – what can I do?
Steam n’ Mash potatoes are fully customizable, so you can make the potatoes thick, thin, smooth or
clumpy, you decide. For thicker potatoes:
Is it safe to microwave in the bag?
Yes! Our packaging is FDA approved to be safe for food preparation.
Does the Ore-Ida Steam n’ Mash packaging contain BPA (Bisphenol A)?
No. Our bags are not made with any materials that contain Bisphenol A (BPA).
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