Basil Mashed Potatoes

* Exported from MasterCook II *

BASIL MASHED POTATOES

Recipe By :CHEF DU JOUR DEAN FEARING SHOW #DJ9068
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Categories :New Text Import

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 1/2 pounds baking potatoes, -- peeled and cubed
3/4 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick unsalted butter
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup chopped basil leaves
1 tablespoons grated ginger
1 tablespoons minced garlic
Salt


In a large saucepan of salted water bring potatoes to a boil. Simmer about 20
minutes or until tender. Drain. Pass potatoes through a ricer into a mixing
bowl. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan combine cream and butter. Bring to a boil
and keep hot until potatoes are cooked. With a mixer or electric beater whip
potatoes on slow speed, slowly drizzling in cream mixture. Do not overmix.
Fold in lemon juice, basil, ginger and garlic. Season with sal

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