Herb-infused mashed potatoes

By Side Passion

Ingredients

• 4lbs golden potatoes (about 8), peeled and quartered
• Kosher salt
• 2 C heavy cream or half and half
• 4 Tbs unsalted butter
• 8 sprigs thyme
• 2 sprigs fresh flat leaf parsley
• 1 Bay leaf
• 6 black peppercorns
• Freshly grated nutmeg, optional

Preparation

Step 1

Place potatoes in large pot, add enough cold water to cover and bring to a boil. Add 2 tsp salt, reduce heat and simmer until just tender, 15-18 min. Drain potatoes and return to pot.

Step 2

Meanwhile, place cream, butter, thyme, parsley, Bay leaf and peppercorns in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3min., Then remove from heat.

Step 3

Strain cream mixture into pot with potatoes. Add 3/4 tsp salt and mash to desired consistency. Sprinkle with nutmeg before serving if desired.