Story from Food & DrinksADVERTISEMENTThe Fastest Way To Make Mashed PotatoesJessica ChouSeptember 2, 2015, 8:20 PMIllustrated 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.AdvertisementADVERTISEMENT