FLUFFLY PESTO MASH POTATOES

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Make and share this Fluffly Pesto Mash Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by koko-girl

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

36 ounces potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
200 ml hot chicken stock (or milk)
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 -4 tablespoons pesto sauce
1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (optional)
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Put potatoes into a large saucepan, cover well with cold water and add about 1/2 tsp.
  • of salt.
  • Cover the pan and bring the water to a boil, then simmer until the potatoes are tender (around 20-25 minutes).
  • Drain the potatoes, return them to the pan and then mash thoroughly using a potato masher.
  • Put the stock, olive oil, and pesto into a small saucepan and bring to a simmer then pour it into the mash.
  • With a wooden spoon, beat vigorously for about 3 minutes until the texture of the potatoes is light and fluffy.
  • Reheat gently if necessary, then fold in the parmesan and pine nuts before serving.
  • Season with salt and pepper if desired.

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