Lemon Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Submitted by LucyS-D

"From "Better Homes and Gardens." This feeds a crowd."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Serves: 16

ingredients

• 3 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks
• 4 garlic cloves, cut in half
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped
• 1⁄3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 teaspoons lemon peel, finely shredded
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from half a lemon)

directions

1. Cook potatoes and garlic in lightly salted water until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes; drain, but reserve a cup of the cooking liquid.
2. Mash potatoes to desired consistency, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, butter, salt, pepper, and enough of the reserved liquid to reach the desired consistency.
3. Transfer mash to a serving bowl, top with capers, parsley, and lemon peel; drizzle with remaining olive oil and squeeze the lemon juice over top and serve.