Mashed potatoes with truffle oil

Serves: 2 – Prep time: 15 minutes – Cook time: 20 minutes

Equipment

• Peeler
• Cutting board
• Chef’s knife
• Medium saucepan
• Fork
• Measuring spoons

Ingredients

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 tbsp (15 g) unsalted butter
• 1 tbsp (15 ml) milk
• 1 tsp (5 ml) truffle oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Fill a medium saucepan halfway with water and bring to a boil. Carefully add the potato pieces. Reduce the heat and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and easily pierced with a fork.
2. Drain the potatoes, return to the pan, and mash with a fork.
3. Add the butter, milk, truffle oil, salt and pepper.  Mix until the butter melts into the potatoes. 
4. Taste, and add more truffle oil if desired. (If you prefer a milder truffle flavor, start with ½ teaspoon and adjust the amount after mixing and tasting.)