Mashed Potatoes with Buttery Sliced Scallions

Name: Mashed Potatoes with Buttery Sliced Scallions
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 lb. lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large pieces; Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 1 1/4 c. half-and-half; 1 head garlic, halved horizontally; 8 sprigs fresh thyme plus 2 tsp. leaves; 6 black peppercorns; 8 tbsp. unsalted butter, divided; 3 scallions; 1/2 tsp. grated lemon zest

Infuse this year's mash with some secret-ingredient flavor.

By Kate MerkerPublished: Nov 11, 2022

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mashed potatoes with buttery sliced scallions

Mike Garten

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

35 mins

Cal/Serv:

277

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In this twist on the Thanksgiving classic, potatoes are mashed with a garlic, peppercorn, and thyme-infused mixture, then topped with a lemony scallion relish which adds a hit of brightness (plus a pop of color) to the rich and creamy side—no gravy required. Bid farewell to bland mashed potatoes forever!

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Ingredients

3 lb.
lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into large pieces
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 1/4 cups
half-and-half
1
head garlic, halved horizontally
8
sprigs fresh thyme plus 2 tsp. leaves
6
black peppercorns
8 Tbsp.
unsalted butter, divided
3
scallions
1/2 tsp.
grated lemon zest

Directions

1. Step 1Place potatoes in large pot, add cold water to cover and bring to a boil. Add 2 teaspoons salt, reduce heat, and simmer until just tender, 15 to 18 minutes. Drain potatoes and return to pot.
2. Step 2Meanwhile, in small saucepan, bring half-and-half, garlic, thyme sprigs, peppercorns, and 4 tablespoons butter to a simmer; simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit until potatoes are ready.
3. Step 3While potatoes are cooking, thinly slice scallions. In small bowl, microwave remaining 4 tablespoons butter and thyme leaves until melted, 40 seconds. Stir in scallions, lemon zest, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon cracked pepper and set aside.
4. Step 4Strain half-and-half mixture into pot with potatoes. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and mash. Transfer to serving bowl and spoon scallion butter on top.