Take those potatoes to the next level
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BASIC MASHED POTATO
Place both varieties of potatoes in a large pot. Add enough cold water to cover the potatoes by about 1 inch. Bring to a boil over high heat, then lower to medium-high to maintain a low boil. Cook until tender, about 25 minutes.
Meanwhile, during the final 5 to 10 minutes of cooking, in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the butter and cream. Once the butter melts, mix well and set aside.
Drain the potatoes. If you have a potato ricer, use it to rice the potatoes into the cooking pot. Alternatively, use a large spoon to force the potatoes through the holes in the strainer, or return them to the pot whole and use a masher.
Season the potatoes with salt and pepper. Use an electric mixer or whisk to lightly beat the potatoes. Whip in half of the butter and cream mixture, then continue adding more to reach desired consistency.
Serves 6.
MEDITERRANEAN MASHED POTATOES
In a large bowl, mix together all ingredients and serve immediately.
Serves 6.
GERMAN MASHED POTATOES WITH SAFFRON
When preparing the mashed potatoes, add the crumbled saffron to the butter and cream while they heat on the stove. Continue with the mashed potato recipe as directed.
Once the potatoes are mashed, in a large bowl, mix together all ingredients and serve immediately.
Serves 6.
HORSERADISH AND DILL CREAM CHEESE MASHED POTATOES
When preparing the mashed potatoes, add the dill to the butter and cream while they heat on the stove. Continue with the mashed potato recipe as directed.
Once the potatoes are mashed, in a large bowl, mix together all ingredients and serve.
Serves 6.
PUMPKIN PIE MASHED POTATOES
When preparing the mashed potatoes, add the pumpkin pie spice to the butter and cream while they heat on the stove. Continue with the mashed potato recipe as directed. Mash the potatoes, then set aside.
In a medium bowl combine cranberries and water. Micro-wave on high for 1 minute.
In a large bowl, mix potatoes, cranberries (along with any water in bowl) and canned pumpkin. If needed, season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately.
Serves 6.
