Prosciutto Sage Mashed Potatoes

Extremely flavorful mashed potatoes. Goes well with rosemary or garlic seasoned roast turkey. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Stir over low heat to rewarm, adding more broth by tablespoonfuls, if desired.)

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4 cups

Ingredients

• 2  lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2  teaspoons garlic, peeled
• 4  tablespoons butter (1/2 stick)
• 2  ounces prosciutto, thinly sliced and finely chopped
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh sage, minced
• 1⁄2 cup chicken broth, room temperature
• 1⁄2 cup fresh parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

1. Bring large pot of water to boil, add 1/4 tsp salt. Cook potatoes and garlic until potatoes are very tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain and mash potatoes and (with a potato ricer); return to same pot.
3. Meanwhile, melt butter in heavy small saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped prosciutto and sage and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
4. Add prosciutto mixture and broth to potatoes and garlic.
5. Mix in cheese. Season with salt and pepper.