Creamy mashed potatoes

Serves 8

Mashed potato has its own creamy texture. Just a little bit of milk and oil is enough to make it smooth. Try out your own flavors with different herbs and spices.

Ingredients:

• 8 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 2 cloves of garlic, quartered
• 1 tsp (5 ml) salt
• 2 tbsp (30 ml) sunflower oil
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) chopped fresh parsley or chives
• ¼ cup (60 ml) low-fat or fat-free milk
• lemon juice and black pepper to taste

Process:

1. Place potatoes, garlic, ½ tsp of the salt and some water in a pot. Bring to the boil and reduce the heat.
2. Simmer for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
3. Drain well and return potatoes and garlic to the pot.
4. Mash with a potato masher and stir in the remaining ingredients to form a smooth mixture.
5. Serve as a side dish with a meat dish of your choice.