Mashed Potatoes with White Truffle Oil

Step 1

Put whole potatoes in a saucepan and add enough cold water to cover.

Step 2

Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until fork tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Step 3

While potatoes are cooking, heat milk and garlic in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 4

Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes.

Step 5

Remove from heat and add pieces of butter.

Step 6

Drain potatoes, remove skins and return to pot over medium heat.

Step 7

Mash potatoes with a potato masher or fork.

Step 8

Then add garlic-milk mixture and mash until combined well.

Step 9

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 10

Drizzle mashed potatoes with truffle oil and garnish with chives.