MASHED POTATOES WITH SCALLIONS

Mashed Potatoes With Scallions image

Provided by Pierre Franey

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

7 Idaho potatoes, about 2 1/4 pounds
Salt to taste if desired
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup milk
1/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup finely chopped scallions
Fresh pepper, preferably white, to taste

Steps:

Peel the potatoes, and cut them into 1-inch cubes. There should be about 6 cups. Put the potatoes into a kettle, and add salt.
Cover with water and bring to a boil. Cook 10 to 12 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Remove from the heat.
Drain the potatoes, and put them through a ricer or a food mill. Add the butter, and beat to blend. Stir in the milk, cream, scallions and pepper. Serve piping hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 284, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 782 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams