Mediterranean Mashed Potatoes

• From: United States Potato Board

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 lbs russet, red, or yellow potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes

• 1/2 cup nonfat plain yogurt

• 1/2 cup fat-free milk

• 1 1/2 Tbs butter or margarine

• 1/4 tsp sea salt (or 1/2 tsp garlic salt)

• 1/2 cup reduced-fat Italian blend shredded cheese

• 1/4 cup julienne sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

• 2 Tbs fresh chopped basil

• 2 green onions, sliced

• 1 2.2 oz can sliced ripe olives, drained

• Black pepper, freshly ground to taste

Sun-dried tomatoes and basil add a welcome twist to this creamy side dish.

Directions

• Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add potatoes and cook for 10 minutes or until tender; drain well.
• Transfer back to pot and mash well, then stir in yogurt, milk, butter or margarine, and salt.
• Gently stir in cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, green onions, olives, and pepper; cook for another 2 to 3 minutes to heat through.