Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes (about 4 medium), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more as needed
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped basil
- 1 teaspoon minced flat-leaf parsley leaves
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh tarragon
- Freshly ground black pepper
Directions
In a large saucepan, combine the potatoes, 1 teaspoon salt, and cold water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Lower the heat to maintain a simmer and cook until fork tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the potatoes, reserving a 1/2 cup of the cooking liquid. Return potatoes to the pan. Shake the pan over medium heat for about a minute to dry the potatoes. Transfer the potatoes to a food mill, ricer, or bowl.
Add the oil and reserved cooking liquid to the saucepan, and warm over medium heat. Remove pan from the heat. Mash the potatoes through the food mill, ricer, or by hand into the pan. Add the herbs and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately.
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By melhanco24
New Windsor, 60
on June 28, 2010
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I had a bunch of fresh herbs in the refrigerator - so I used sage, thyme, and basil! It was delicious!!! I did think they were a little dry - maybe I overcooked them a bit, but I added 3 TBSP of unsalted butter to make them creamier. Great quick potato side for a week night!
By jfiegl09_9255805
attica, NY
on May 11, 2008
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grate
By simone.turner
Philadelphia
on January 17, 2008
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I love how simple this recipe. No matter where I go I can quick whip this up and everyone I've made it for loves it!
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