Mashed potatoes may just be a side dish to some, but others can’t think of anything better on a cold winter day than sitting by the fire and enjoying a big bowl of mashed potatoes and gravy. However, even when the dish plays second fiddle to a steak, it still has to be comforting, warm, filling, and not just a bland side. If you want to up your mashed potato game, take a look at the secret to making the best mashed potatoes.