Basil And Garlic Smashed Potatoes
Grrrrrgh!
Course : Potatoes
From: HungryMonster.com
Serves: 1
 

Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   4      large         potatoes
   2      large         clov  garlic
   6      tablespoons   unsalted butter
   2      ounces        cream cheese
     1/2  cup           sour cream
     1/4  cup           basil leaves
                        paprika
                        salt & black pepper
 

Preparation:

Cook potatoes in boiling water until soft. Remove from water and drain. Place in mixing bowl. While potatoes are cooking, wrap garlic cloves loosely in plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2 minutes until softened. Mash potatoes and garlic together with potato masher. Add butter, cream cheese and sour cream. Stir and mash together mixing well. Season with paprika, salt and pepper. Mash together. Sprinkle on basil leaves. Stir into potato mixture. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve hot! (these potatoes will be more chunky than smooth and so good!) Approximately 10-15 minutes.