What is mashed in cooking term?

Mashed is a cooking term used to describe food that has been broken down into small pieces or pureed. It can be done by using a fork, potato masher, food processor, or blender, depending on the desired texture. Mashed foods are often used as a side dish or as a filling for sandwiches and tacos.

Some common mashed foods include:

-Mashed potatoes

-Mashed sweet potatoes

-Mashed bananas

-Mashed avocado

-Mashed cauliflower