Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

1/2 cup servings. Serves: 8

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds small Yukon Gold potatoes, halved or cut into 2-inch pieces

• 6 medium garlic cloves

• 1/4 cup olive oil (extra virgin preferred)

• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 1 cup chopped green onions

Directions:

• Put the potatoes, garlic, and salt in a large saucepan. Pour in enough water to cover the potatoes. Bring to a boil over high heat. Boil for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are soft. Transfer the potatoes and garlic to a colander. Drain well. Return them to the pan.

• Using the tines of a fork, mash the potatoes and garlic, being sure to crush each piece of potato and each garlic clove.

• Add the green onions, oil, and pepper, stirring until well combined.

Nutrition:

Calories: 134 | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 83mg |

Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g

Ines Beltran

Family & Consumer Sciences Agent UGA Gwinnett Extension Office