Mashed potatoes with olive oil

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3pounds(to 3 1/2 lb)
Yukon Gold potatoes
Peeled, cut in 1/2\" pieces
4Garlic clove(s), peeled
½cupExtra-virgin olive oil
6tablespoonsButter

Directions

Cook potatoes and garlic in large saucepan of boiling salted water until tender, about 15 min. Drain, reserving ½ cup cooking liquid.

Place potatoes and garlic in large bowl. Add oil and butter and mash until smooth, adding some reserved cooking liquid if necessary to moisten. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Bon Appetit

Best of the Year

January 1996

Submitted By DIANE LAZARUS On 12-27-95