Recipe: Mashed Potatoes with Chili Oil (similar to Smith and Wollensky)

MASHED POTATOES WITH CHILI OIL
(similar to Smith & Wollensky)
Source: by SkinnyMinnie
4 servings

"This recipe was inspired by a side dish served at Smith & Wollensky's steak house in Chicago. The potatoes, with their whipped cream texture and mild hit of heat, make a dynamite combonation with steak. If you like your food with a LOT of bite, add an extra Tablespoon of chili oil."

1 1/4 lbs red potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 large garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon chili oil

Place the potatoes and garlic in a large saucepan; cover with cold water. Bring to a boil and add salt; partially cover and simmer for 25-30 minute or until tender.

Using a slotted spoon, remove potatoes and garlic from saucepan; place in a large bowl.

Add 1/4 cup of the cooking water and butter to the potatoes. Mash until smooth. If more liquid is needed add another 1/4 cup of the cooking water.

Add the chili oil and beat with a wooden spoon until potatoes are creamy. Serve immediately.