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Mashed Potatoes with Green Onions and Parmesan

4.2

(18)

Pressing potatoes through a food mill or ricer gives them a fabulous texture. But they're just as delicious simply mashed.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    2 Servings; can be doubled or tripled

Ingredients

2 large russet potatoes (about 1 1/4 pounds), peeled, cut into chunks
2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
1 bunch green onions, chopped
2/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling water until tender. Drain well. Press through food mill or ricer into same pot or return to pot and mash. Mix in milk and 1 1/2 tablespoons butter.

    Step 2

    Melt remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter in heavy small skillet. Add green onions and sauté until wilted, about 1 minute. Add to potatoes. Add Parmesan and mix gently. Season with salt and freshly ground pepper and serve.

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