MASHED POTATOES WITH GARLIC, BASIL AND CHIVES

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I found this gem in a cookbook called Festive Recipes for the Holidays. Gave it some personal tweaks. Like more garlic. Can one have too much garlic? I don't think so! (Unless you're a vampire!)

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes
10 -12 cloves garlic
3 tablespoons butter, softened (or vegan margarine)
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup snipped fresh chives
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and chop into 2-inch pieces.
  • Peel garlic cloves, and halve them if they are very large.
  • Fill a large pot 3/4 full with water, salt lightly and bring to a boil.
  • Add potatoes and garlic to the water and cook, until potatoes are fork-tender, about 20-25 minutes, then drain.
  • Place potatoes in a bowl, and add butter.
  • Mash potatoes and garlic, and add basil, chives, and enough milk to achieve a creamy but not runny texture.
  • Season the potatoes with salt and pepper.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 21.7, Sodium 536.5, Carbohydrate 49.1, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 2.1, Protein 5.7

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