Description
Decadent mashed potatoes infused with fragrant Tuscan herbs and a touch of olive oil. A perfect side for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cups (60 ml) olive oil
- 4 lbs (1814 g) potatoes
- 1/2 cups (118 ml) Tuscan herb paste
- 1/4 cups (60 ml) whole milk
- 3/8 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 1/2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1/2 cups (120 ml) olive oil
- 2 1/2 oz (70 g) fresh basil
- 1 oz (28 g) fresh rosemary
- 1/2 cups (15 g) fresh Italian parsley
- 1/2 oz (14 g) fresh thyme
- 1 oz (28 g) fresh sage
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Make the Tuscan Herb Paste
- Combine the fresh basil, rosemary, parsley, thyme, sage, and crushed red pepper in a blender or food processor. Add the olive oil and blend until smooth.
- Prepare the Potatoes
- Place the peeled and halved potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20-25 minutes. Drain thoroughly.
- Infuse the Milk
- In a small saucepan, combine the whole milk and 1/4 cup olive oil. Add 2-3 sprigs of rosemary or thyme. Bring to a light boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer for 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, on a warm plate to infuse.
- Mash the Potatoes
- Mash the cooked potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth. Strain the infused milk to remove the herbs and gently warm if necessary. Add the herb paste, white pepper, kosher salt, and the infused milk to the mashed potatoes.
- Finish and Serve
- Whisk the mixture until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve warm as a side dish.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use half olive oil and half heavy cream instead of all milk.
- To make ahead, prepare the herb paste and store it separately in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- If your potatoes are particularly starchy, you may need to add a bit more milk to achieve desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 10