Smashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 1 lb. small red-skinned potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
• ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Procedures

1. Put potatoes in a medium saucepan of lightly salted water.
2. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
3. Drain potatoes well, reserving some of the liquid.
4. Return potatoes to pan.
5. Smash with a potato masher until fairly smooth, adding a little reserved water if needed.
6. Add basil, garlic, shallot, salt and pepper and mix well.
7. Serve hot.