Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes
Adapted from Marthastewart.comServes 4
This is a lovely, simple way to prepared mashed potatoes. This recipe doubles easily for a crowd.
1-1/2 pounds new potatoes (4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
Snipped chives for garnish, optional
Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil, add 1 tablespoon of salt and cook until potatoes are very tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 20 to 25 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and place in a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher, then add buttermilk and butter. Season with salt and pepper. Mash until smooth and combined. If desired, garnish with snipped chives.
Revision 1. Last edited Tue 23 Nov 2010 7:57pm by DonnaSavastio