Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

By chrispink

Ingredients

• 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

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from marthastewart.com

Preparation

Step 1

Prep: 10 minutes
Total: 35 minutes

Place potatoes in a large saucepan; add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil; add 1 tablespoon salt, and cook until potatoes are very tender when pierced with the tip of a paring knife, 20 to 25 minutes.
Drain; 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.