You might want to give a red bliss potato a try for this type of mashed potato. Just go easy on the smashing. Because these are a little waxier, they can quickly head toward gummy if you overdo ...

Put the potatoes into a saucepan of cold, well-salted water, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until just done (until a knife point penetrates easily; do not allow the potatoes to become mushy).

Russet potatoes are great all-purpose baking potatoes, but you can use other kinds as well. If you opt for Red Bliss potatoes in this recipe, they will not break down as much. Yukon Gold potatoes ...

Put the potatoes into a saucepan of cold, well-salted water, and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook until just done (until a knife point penetrates easily; do not allow the potatoes to become mushy).