Basil mashed potatoes

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsPine nuts
¼cupExtra virgin olive oil
3Cloves garlic -- peeled & sliced
½teaspoonKosher salt
2cupsBasil leaves
4cupsMashed potatoes

Directions

In a blender, combine the pine nuts, olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper; puree. With the motor running add the basil leaves and continue to puree until smooth. Add the basil puree to the warm mashed potatoes and over low heat, stir with a wooden spoon until the puree is completely incorporated and the mixture is piping hot.

Serve.

Recipe By : Union Square Cafe Cookbook From: Meg Antczak Date: 10-15-95 (21:49) (159) Fido: Cooking