Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan Cheese

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             FOOD FUNNY
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             TODAY'S RECIPE
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I try not to be judgmental when it comes to food preferences, but there
must be something seriously wrong with you if you don't like mashed
potatoes. Here is a version with an Italian twist.

Mashed Potatoes with Parmesan Cheese

1 lb (500 g) boiling potatoes
4 Tbs (60 ml) butter, melted
1/2 cup (125 ml) milk
1/2 cup (125 ml) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and white pepper to taste
A grating of fresh nutmeg

Boil the unpeeled potatoes in enough salted water to cover. When the
potatoes are easily penetrated with a fork, drain and cool just enough
to handle. Peel the potatoes and press through a potato ricer or food
mill. Combine the riced potatoes, butter, and milk in a pan and beat
with a whisk or fork over low heat until the potatoes, butter, and milk
are thoroughly combined. Add the Parmesan, salt, pepper, and nutmeg and
continue to beat over low heat until the cheese is melted and thoroughly
incorporated. Serve immediately, or hold at room temperature for up to 2
hours and reheat over low heat or in a microwave oven.
Serves 4.
Received on Tue Feb 10 19:04:08 2009