Mashed potatoes with ham

Directions

1. 1

   Step 1

   

   Wash and peel the potatoes. Open the can of ham. Prepare a pot and a bowl suitable for heating in the microwave.

2. 2

   Step 2

   

   Cut the tubers into 4–6 pieces, place them in the pot. Add the bay leaves and salt.

3. 3

   Step 3

   

   Cover the potatoes with water so it completely covers the pieces. Place the pot on the stove and bring the liquid to a boil. Boil the potatoes until tender for 15–20 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat, drain the water, reserving 1 cup. Remove the bay leaves.

4. 4

   Step 4

   

   Transfer the ham from the can to a microwave-safe bowl. Heat the meat for 3–4 minutes and shred it with a fork into large pieces.

5. 5

   Step 5

   

   Mash the potatoes with a masher, gradually adding the reserved broth. Add the hot ham pieces to the mash and mix.

6. 6

   Step 6

   

   Transfer the mash to a deep plate and serve while it's still hot.