Readers of J.R.R. Tolkien’s Lord of the Rings trilogy may remember an exchange between Gollum and Samwise Gamgee, Frodo’s ...

I can’t think about a potato without recalling Samwise Gamgee. Not only is he one of the greatest heroes of cinematic history ...

Potatoes are certainly among the most versatile vegetables. As Samwise Gamgee states in the second Lord of the Rings movie, you can "boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew." We couldn't agree more, ...

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Frankly, that’s just iconic behavior. Which is why I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about what I’d be like in a horror movie ...

Place two wooden spoons or chopsticks on a chopping board, about 5cm/2in apart. Place the potatoes one at a time between the handles. Using a sharp knife with a thin blade, cut the potatoes very ...

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Put the potatoes into a saucepan and just cover with cold water. Add in the salt, cover and bring to a simmer over a high heat. Let the potatoes simmer for around 15 minutes, or until a table ...

When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Wirecutter Staff A good potato masher or ricer will not only give you smoother mashed potatoes, but can also make smashin ...

The Oxo Good Grips stainless steel smooth potato masher is the best overall potato masher. Its fine, alternating grid pattern produces silky smooth mashed potatoes and can also quickly other ...

That includes James Corden, who recently claimed he auditioned for one of the film's main characters, Samwise Gamgee. Corden recently appeared on the "Happy Sad Confused" podcast, where he ...