Mind Blowing Smashed Potatoes With Leeks Design. Add half of leeks and garlic; Drain potatoes, let steam evaporate a few minutes, and mash with a potato masher. Loved the subtleness of the leeks and the beautiful green of the parsley against the creaminess of the potatoes. Little red potatoes are steamed and mixed with a buttery mixture of leeks and parsley. A very nice attractive dish in a supporting role that won't steal the thunder of a main course.
5 cups finely chopped peeled russet potato (about 2 pounds).
If leeks are cool, gently warm in microwave. Firm, crisp stalks with as much white and light green regions as possible. You could also just stir those leeks right on into the potatoes. Little red potatoes are steamed and mixed with a buttery mixture of leeks and parsley. Pour the warm cheese sauce over the potato and serve. #champ #mashedpotatoes #leeks part two of my braised short rib extravaganza: But smashing potatoes is also an excellent way to get butter and herbs into all of the nooks and crannies of the potato, while still retaining the potato's texture. Transfer potatoes to a plate; Add topping and roast just before serving.
