“Healthified” Mashed Potatoes

(from acschaap’s recipe box)

Source: Eat Better America

Prep time: 15 minutes
Serves 10 people

Categories: Side Dishes

Ingredients

  • 3 lb. unpeeled red or Yukon gold potatoes (about 8 medium), cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 to 2/3 cup buttermilk
  • Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Directions

  1. In 3 quart saucepan, place potatoes; add just enough water to cover. Heat to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender, drain.

  2. In same saucepan, mash potatoes, oil and salt with potato masher just until lumpy. Gradually add buttermilk, mashing until blended but not lumpy. Season to taste with pepper. Stir in chives.

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