Even Altoids, the curiously strong peppermint candies, can have a soothing effect on the gut, as can other foods, drinks, or candies that contain pure peppermint oil. I've been known to pop Altoids before or after meals as a safety precaution, either chewing them or just swallowing a couple whole.
For other uses, see Mashed potato (disambiguation). The Mashed Potato is a dance move which was a popular dance craze of 1962. The dance move was made famous by James Brown and used in his concerts regularly. It was danced to songs such as Dee Dee Sharp's Mashed Potato Time. The move vaguely resembles that of the twist, by Sharp's fellow Philadelphian Chubby Checker.
Use a potato masher to mash the mixture together until it is smooth. 1  If you have an electric mixer, this can be used in place of the potato masher. 2  Spice up your mashed potatoes by adding additional seasonings, sour cream, cheese, chives, or green onions.