Silky Smooth Mash Potatoes

I'm pretty certain that my mash potatoes are one of the major reasons that Ash fell in love with me. She's always been amazed at how smooth I get them and the process is so simple I thought it my duty to share it with you all to help you find your soul mates. Although we argue about whether or not mash is a season specific dish (it isn't Ashleigh) this is a side that helps bring together any saucy delicious meal as much as it brought us together.

Time: 30- 45 minutes (depending on size of potatoes)

Serves: 4

Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 6 Medium Potatoes (I usually use the number of people + 2)

• 1 Large clove of garlic

• 4 Sprigs of rosemary

• 4 Tbsp Butter

• 200ml Cream

• Salt & Pepper to taste

Method

1. Peel the potatoes and dice into 3-4cm chunks to minimise cooking time (Half them, then divide the halves lengthways before cutting into 4 equal pieces on the horizontal)

2. Add to a pot of cold water with the garlic clove, season well with salt and bring to the boil before lowering to a simmer until the potatoes are fork tender

3. While the potatoes are boiling add the butter to a pan on low heat and add the rosemary leaves to allow to infuse for 4-5 minutes taking care not to burn the butter

4. After you drain the potatoes, push them through a river/sieve then use the masher to begin the mashing process before adding the half the cream and butter and further softening the mixture.

5. Using a whisk add the remaining cream and butter and mix through to achieve amazingly smooth mash

6. Season with salt & pepper to taste

Happy Cooking!

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