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Smashed Potatoes and Peas

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Smashed Potatoes and Peas

Honest isn't a word that comes up much when side dishes are being discussed, but that's exactly how these smashed potatoes and peas strike us. Serve them alongside the cornflake fried chicken for a southern-inspired supper for one.

Recipe information

  • Total Time

    20 min

  • Yield

    Makes 1 serving

Ingredients

6 ounces red boiling potatoes (about 4 small or 2 medium)
1/3 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/4 cup milk
1 scallion, chopped

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Generously cover potatoes with cold water in a small saucepan. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Simmer, covered, until just beginning to get tender, about 8 minutes.

    Step 2

    Add peas and simmer, partially covered, until potatoes are tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, then return to pan. Add butter, milk, and 1/8 teaspoon each of salt and pepper. Let stand off heat 1 minute, then add scallion. Coarsely mash.

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