Garlic & Leek Mashed Potatoes
"This is a really nice accompaniment to your Sunday roast that you will want to have often."
- Ready In:
- 40mins
- Ingredients:
- 7
- Serves:
-
8
ingredients
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch chunks
- 4 large garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 leeks, white and light green parts only, cut into 1/4-inch slices
- 1 (5 1/4 ounce) package garlic-and-herb-flavored spreadable cheese, such as Boursin, at room temperature
- 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
- chopped fresh chives (optional)
directions
- In large pot, combine potatoes and garlic with enough salted water to cover by 2 inches. Over high heat, bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add leeks; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, 10 minutes. Remove from heat; reserve.
- Drain potatoes and garlic, reserving 1 cup cooking water. Return potatoes and garlic to pot; mash with cheese, salt and enough reserved cooking water until creamy. Stir in leeks. If desired, garnish with chives.
Questions & Replies
Got a question?
Share it with the community!
Reviews
Have any thoughts about this recipe?
Share it with the community!
RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
JackieOhNo!
Stormville, New York
I didn't start cooking until my early 20's, even though I come from a family of accomplished and admired home cooks. While I grew up watching my Italian grandmother in the kitchen, I remained uninterested in trying anything on my own. As a young lady, I was known for being particularly ignorant in the kitchen, with no idea how to even make a hot dog! All this changed, however, when I got engaged. I realized it was time to let my inherent talents out of the bag. At the time, the New York Times had a weekly column called The 60-Minute Gourmet by Pierre Franey. Each week, I would follow these recipes diligently, and taught myself to cook that way. From there, I began to read cookbooks and consult with relatives on family recipes. At my ripe old age now, I feel I know enough to put together a very pleasing meal and have become accomplished in my own right. Having an Irish father and an Italian mother, I'm glad I inherited the cooking gene (and the drinking one too!). One thing I have learned is that simpler is always better! I always believe cooking fills a need to nurture and show love. After being widowed fairly young and living alone with my dog and cats, I stopped cooking for awhile, since I really had no one to cook for. I made care packages for my grown son occasionally, and like to cook weekly for my boyfriend, so I feel like I am truly back in the saddle!!
