Ingredients

  • 6 to 8 medium Washington, Idaho or Yellow Gold potatoes
  • 6 whole garlic cloves, peeled
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
  • 1 1/4 cups warm milk
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • Freshly ground white pepper

Method

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 3/4-inch cubes.
  • Place the pieces in saucepan and cover with water.
  • Add the garlic and salt.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  • Do not overcook.
  • Drain.
  • Discard garlic.
  • Put the potatoes through a food mill or ricer, or mash them well with a potato masher.
  • Add the olive oil, and beat to blend.
  • Add the warm milk, basil and pepper.
  • Blend well.
  • Serve piping hot.