Basil-Chive Red Potato Mash

By mistiwb

martha stewart

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds small red-skinned potatoes
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons snipped fresh chives
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Place potatoes in a medium saucepan; add enough cold water to cover by 2 inches. Season with salt. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat; cook until potatoes are fork-tender, about 25 minutes.

Drain potatoes; return to pan. Add cream and butter; mash coarsely using a masher. Stir in chives and basil until evenly distributed. Season with salt and pepper.