31. So the potato ricer remains the only way to get a perfectly smooth potato puree. 32. Which is why I was interested in Williams-Sonoma's Metaltex potato ricer . 33. Comfort, ease of use and quality all came together in the Oxo potato ricer . 34. Put potatoes through a ricer or mash in a bowl with a fork until smooth. 35. When cool enough to handle, peel and pass through a food mill or ricer . 36. Pass the potatoes and garlic through a potato ricer or food mill and blend well. 37. A potato ricer works just as well. 38. Mash flesh and force through a ricer , food mill or wire-mesh sieve. 39. Potato ricers create fluffy, lump-free mashed potatoes and retail for around $ 20. 40. Drain potatoes well, and press through a potato ricer or food mill into a bowl.