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Mashed Potatoes with Sauteed Leeks

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Recipe information

  • Yield

    2 servings; can be doubled or tripled

Ingredients

2 baking potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 large leeks, sliced (white and light green parts)
1/4 cup milk
Salt and pepper

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cook potato pieces in large pot of boiling water until tender.

    Step 2

    Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add leeks and cook until tender and beginning to color, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.

    Step 3

    Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash. Mix in milk. Stir in leek mixture. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

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