These mashed potatoes are a great accompaniment to the bass fillets with mushrooms and the shrimp and endive. Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 40 min
Recipe information
Total Time
40 min
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
2 lb large boiling potatoes
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
Peel and quarter potatoes. Put potatoes and 1 tablespoon salt in a 3-quart pot and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, covered with lid, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
Step 2
Reserve 1 cup cooking water, then drain potatoes in a colander and return to pot. Add oil, pepper, chives (if using), remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 cup cooking water and mash with a potato masher or fork. Add more cooking water for a looser consistency.
