Mashed potatoes are a staple side dish that are perfect for any roast dinner, but you may not be making them as fluffy and creamy as they should be. Here's how to perfect them ...

Once the potatoes are soft, it's time to drain them well in a colander or strainer and let them steam off. "Potatoes are about 80% water, so you want to let that steam get away," Harvey said.

When it's time to eat those leftover mashed potatoes, you might be quick to heat them in the microwave. But there's a better way.

Steam the potatoes over boiling water about 25 minutes, until very tender. Drain. Either rice the potatoes into a mixing bowl, or mash lightly with a potato masher.

The mashed potatoes came in frozen pucks, which can be heated in the microwave or over the stove. The stove was easier, so I added half the bag to a pot with ¼ cup of water, as directed.