Potato Silk with Truffle Oil Recipe

Potato Silk with Truffle Oil Recipe

  • 14 ounces (about 2 medium) Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled, cut into1/2-inch pieces
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, room temperature
  • 1/2 teaspoon white truffle oil
  • Ground white pepper
  1. Cook potatoes in medium saucepan of salted boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain; return to saucepan. Mash until smooth; transfer to processor. Bring milk to simmer in heavy small saucepan.
  2. Add hot milk, butter, and truffle oil to potatoes; blend until smooth. Season with salt and white pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Stir over medium-low heat to rewarm.)
  3. Available at Italian markets, specialty foods stores, and some supermarkets.