Mashed Potatoes With Garlic and Basil

Ingredients

• 6 to 8 medium Washington, Idaho or Yellow Gold potatoes
• 6 whole garlic cloves, peeled
• Salt to taste
• 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
• 1 ¼ cups warm milk
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
• Freshly ground white pepper

• Nutritional Information

  • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

    400 calories; 9 grams fat; 2 grams saturated fat; 5 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 70 grams carbohydrates; 8 grams dietary fiber; 6 grams sugars; 10 grams protein; 7 milligrams cholesterol; 316 milligrams sodium

  Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
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4 servings

Preparation

1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into 3/4-inch cubes. Place the pieces in saucepan and cover with water. Add the garlic and salt.
2. Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Do not overcook.
3. Drain. Discard garlic. Put the potatoes through a food mill or ricer, or mash them well with a potato masher.
4. Add the olive oil, and beat to blend. Add the warm milk, basil and pepper. Blend well. Serve piping hot.

30 minutes