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Saffron-Corn Mashed Potatoes

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Saffron-Corn Mashed PotatoesMark Thomas

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

Perfect Mashed Potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 cup fresh corn kernels (cut from 1 ear of corn)
4 minced garlic cloves
1/2 cup milk
1/8 teaspoon saffron threads
Salt

Preparation

  1. Prepare perfect mashed potatoes (but do not add milk). Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and sauté for 2 minutes. Add fresh corn kernels garlic. Cook until corn is soft, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Add milk and saffron. Bring just to boil; remove from heat, cover, and let steep 10 minutes. Stir into potatoes. Season with salt.

TagsPotatoRoot VegetableVegetableCornSaffronHerbs & SpicesSideDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianSimmerBon Appétit

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