Italian Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cut into cubes
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add potatoes. Cook until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
2. Drain potatoes and place in a large bowl. Mash potatoes with a potato masher or fork until smooth.
3. In a small skillet, heat butter and olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Pour butter and oil mixture over mashed potatoes and mix until combined. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
5. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Mashed potatoes can be made with any type of potato.
• Adding garlic and Parmesan cheese to mashed potatoes is a popular Italian variation.
• Mashed potatoes can be served as a side dish or as a main course.