Fluffy potatoes and fruity olive oil are a perfect match; the better the oil, the better the flavor.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 8 servings
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Place potatoes in heavy large pot. Cover with cold water. Boil over medium-high heat until potatoes are tender when pierced with fork, about 40 minutes. Drain, reserving 1 1/2 cups potato cooking liquid. Return potatoes to dry pot. Stir over medium heat until any excess liquid evaporates. Add 6 tablespoons olive oil and mash until almost smooth. Mix in enough potato cooking liquid as needed to moisten. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over medium heat, adding more reserved cooking water as needed to moisten.)
Step 2
Transfer potatoes to large bowl. Drizzle with remaining tablespoon olive oil and serve.
