MASHED POTATOES WITH CHIVES

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This is about as simple as it gets: classically prepared mashed potatoes - just potatoes, milk, butter and salt - get a generous handful of pretty chives stirred in. Be sure to add plenty of salt, and taste as you go; good mashed potatoes rely on it.

Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, weekday, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
Salt to taste
1 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons chopped chives

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 2-inch cubes.
  • Put the potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil. Simmer 20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Do not overcook them.
  • Meanwhile, heat the milk until it is hot.
  • Drain the potatoes and put them through a food mill or ricer or mash them well with a potato masher. Return them to the saucepan. Using a wooden spatula, add the butter and chives and blend well. Mix in the milk and keep warm until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 274, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 577 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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