Story from Food & DrinksThe Fastest Way To Make Mashed PotatoesJessica ChouIllustrated by Elliot Salazar.Mashed potatoes — so delicious, yet so annoying to make. Skip the hand mixer, fork pressing, and, well, potato mashing. Simply boil your potatoes, and once they're fully cooked, push them through a sieve for a perfectly smooth, effortless side dish.