Mashing Shemittah Produce
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Question
Is it permitted to mash a potato that has the sanctity of Shemittah in order to prepare mashed potatoes?
Answer
Answer: It is permitted to mash it, since this is the usual way it is prepared throughout the year.
Source
Sources: Rambam, Shemittah 5:3; Terumot 11:2; Chazon Ish, Shevi'it, siman 25, se'if katan 32; Seder HaShevi'it from the Chazon Ish, ot 9; Zemer LeShimcha, Shemittah, issue 3.
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