posted by RisaG 07-14-100 5:51 PM
* Exported from MasterCook *
Cilantro Pesto Mashed Potatoes
Recipe By : Four Oaks Restaurant, Peter Hugo Roelant
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Potatoes Side Dishes
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/2 lb. baking potatoes -- 3 medium
1 cup cilantro sprigs -- 1 small bunch
1/3 cup parsley sprigs
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp. pine nuts or almonds
1 1/2 tsp. garlic -- minced
1/4 cup warm milk (up to 1/2 cup)
salt and pepper
Peel the potatoes and cut into 1" chunks. Cook in a large saucepan of boiling salted water for 12 minutes or until soft.
Meanwhile, in a blender of food processor, combine cilantro, parsley, olive oil, pine nuts and garlic. Puree until very smooth.
When potatoes are done, drain and either pass through a ricer or transfer to a bowl and mash with a potato masher. Mix in pesto and enough milk to thin to desired consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
NOTES : From Celebrity Dish Magazine, March 2000, p. 76-77