A Mash with Olive Oil (and the Merest Whiff of Garlic)

1. 1

   Peel and cook the potatoes in the usual manner.

2. 2

   Warm the olive oil, garlic cloves, and thyme sprig in a small pan, then turn off the heat and leave the aromatics to do their work while the potatoes cook.

3. 3

   Mash the potatoes as usual, introducing the butter and oil and holding back the garlic and herbs as you go.

4. 4

   Grind in a little pepper and serve.

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