Olive-Oil Mashed Potatoes

Name: Olive-Oil Mashed Potatoes
Yield: serves 4
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds waxy potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving (optional); 1/2 cup skim milk

December 22, 2011

Recipe information

Yield
serves 4

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds waxy potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks

Coarse salt and ground pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving (optional)

1/2 cup skim milk

Preparation

Step 1
In a large saucepan, cover potatoes with cold water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil; add 1 tablespoon salt. Cook until potatoes are very tender when pierced with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain; transfer to a large bowl.
Step 2
Using a potato masher or fork, mash potatoes until smooth; add oil and milk, mashing until combined. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with more oil before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Information
Step 3
(Per Serving)
Step 4
Calories: 181
Step 5
Fat: 7g
Step 6
Protein: 3.9g
Step 7
Carbohydrates: 25.8g
Step 8
Fiber: 2.6g

Everyday Food: Light

TagsPotato Root Vegetable Vegetable Side Dinner Nut Free Gluten Free Vegetarian Easy Quick Weeknight Meals 30 Minutes or Less Simmer Cookbooks

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