Irio

A deceptively simple dish from Kenya, made of mashed potatoes and peas with corn.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  cups  frozen peas
• 1 1⁄2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut in small chunks
• 2  teaspoons salt
• 2  cups fresh corn kernels or 2  cups frozen corn kernels
• 1  tablespoon butter

Directions

1. Combine peas, potatoes and salt in a saucepan. Fill with water until just covered. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer until potatoes are tender, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 c liquid.
2. Meanwhile, simmer corn in salted water in a separate pot until tender. Drain.
3. Mash peas and potatoes with a potato masher, or press through a ricer. Stir in corn, and enough reserved cooking water to make a smooth puree. Season with salt and pepper, and top with butter.