Mashed Potatoes with Spinach Pesto

Ingredients

• 4-5 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1/2 cup spinach pesto

Directions

1. In a large pot, bring the diced potatoes and enough water to cover them to a boil.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Drain water from the pot and place potatoes back in the pot.
4. Add garlic, butter, milk, salt, and pepper to the potatoes.
5. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until desired consistency is reached.
6. Stir in spinach pesto until fully incorporated.
7. Serve and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

• Spinach pesto is a great way to add flavor to mashed potatoes.
• Mashed potatoes can be a great side dish to any meal.
• Mashed potatoes can also be used as a topping for shepherd's pie.