This mashed potato adapts from a plain mash to being spiced up with a new dimension of garlic taste.

INGREDIENTS

2 lb. floury potatoes cut into chunks

salt & pepper

8 garlic cloves, crushed

2/3 cup milk

6 tbsp. butter

pinch of freshly grated nutmeg

1.  Put the potatoes into a large pan, add enough water to cover and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

2.  Drain the potatoes and garlic, reserving 3 tablespoons of the cooking liquid. Return the reserved cooking liquid to the pan, than add the milk and bring to simmering point. Add the butter, return the potatoes and garlic to the pan, adn turn off the heat. Mash thoroughly with a potato masher.

3.  Season the potato mixture to taste with nutmeg, salt, and pepper and beat thoroughly with a wooden spoon until light and fluffy. Serve immediately.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Calories……………………..347

Protein………………………..6g

Carbs………………………..41g

Sugars………………………..3g

Fat……………………………18g

Saturates…………………..12g

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