French-style mashed potatoes

Description

The recipe won't take much time. This delicate purée is perfect alongside a similarly tender meat or fish dish. It also pairs well with fresh vegetable salads. For example, I like to serve it with roasted eggplant. I absolutely love this combination! Experiment and try different variations. Serve hot.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Wash the potatoes, peel them, and cut into medium pieces. Place in a pot with water and put on the stove. After boiling, season with salt to taste and cook over medium heat until tender.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Meanwhile, peel and press the garlic. Pour milk into a separate saucepan, add garlic, bay leaf, and thyme. Place over heat, bring to a boil. Remove from heat, cover with a lid, and let steep for 10-15 minutes.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Drain the water from the cooked potatoes, add chopped butter, and start mashing.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Carefully remove the thyme sprig and bay leaf from the milk. Place it back on the heat and bring to a boil. Gradually pour it into the potatoes in a thin stream, continuing to mash.

5. 5

   Step 5

   The puree will turn out very aromatic and incredibly tender.