Fresh basil pesto adds some easy flair to a base recipe of mashed potatoes. Perfect for pairing with any Italian dishes!

Prep
5 mins
Cook
20 mins
Serves
4
Ingredients
10

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Food processor
  • Small saucepan
  • Potato masher

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs Little Potatoes
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • (For seasoning) salt and pepper
  • 2 1/2 cups fresh basil
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 1/3 cup pine nuts
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan, grated
  • 2/3 cup olive oil

Instructions

  • Step 1

    Add potatoes to a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil for 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

  • Step 2

    Place basil, garlic, pine nuts, and Parmesan into a food processor.

  • Step 3

    Add oil and pulse until mixed, then add any salt and pepper to taste.

  • Step 4

    Meanwhile, place milk and butter in a small sauce pot and heat over low heat until butter is melted and milk is steaming.

  • Step 5

    Once potatoes are cooked, strain and transfer to a medium mixing bowl.

  • Step 6

    Using a potato masher, smash potatoes with milk and butter mixture and season with salt and pepper. Stir in pesto mixture.