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Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Low-Calorie Mashed Potatoes

The Holiday Collection- 2 lbs med red boiling potatoes,peeled and cut into chunks 4 large cloves garlic, peeled 3/4 cup cultured buttermilk (1 1/2 %fat) 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper 2 TB chopped chives for garnish  Place potatoes and garlic in large saucepan. Add enough water to cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to med. Simmer, uncovered, 20-30 min or until potatoes are fork-tender; drain. Place potatoes and garlic in med bowl. Mash with potato masher or best with electric mixer at med speed until smooth.* Add buttermilk, salt and pepper. Stir with fork until just combined. Garnish, if desired. Makes 4 cups, 8 servings *For a smoother texture, force potatoes through potatoe ricer or food mill into med bowl. Proceed as directed. BUTTERY MASHED POTATOES:  Prepare as directed except add 1 TB butter or margarine along with buttermilk, salt and pepper. (Source: Publications International,LTD)


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