Pesto MAshed Potatoes

By amt2mf

Nutritional Information: calories 446, total fat 32g, saturated fat 11g, cholesterol 37mg, sodium 892mg, carbohydrates 41g, fiber 4g, protein 7g

Ingredients

• 2 c fresh basil
• 1/2 c grated parmesan
• 1 t kosher salt
• 1/2 t red pepper flakes
• 1/2 c olive oil
• 2 1/2 lb russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2 in cubes
• 6 cloves garlic, peeled
• 4 T unsalted butter, melted
• 3/4 c half and half, warmed

Preparation

Step 1

1. Blend basil, parmesan, salt, and pepper flakes in a food processor until minced. Drizzle in olive oil.

2. Boil potatoes and garlic in slated water until tender, 15-20 min. Drain; return them to the pan. Dry briefly over med heat

3. Mash potatoes; stir in butter, half and half, and pesto mix.