French Onion Mashed Potatoes

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   Cut Washington grown Yukon Gold potatoes in half if they are large.

2. 2

   Leave skin on.

3. 3

   Put in a large pot of water with a pinch of salt.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil, then cook 20-30 minutes until potatoes are tender.

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   Use a fork to make sure they are tender all the way through.

6. 6

   In a small saucepan, heat the milk and 4 Tbl.

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   butter.

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   Cook until the butter melts and the milk is warm.

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   Saute the onions in 2 Tbl.

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    butter until caramalized to a golden brown.

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    Then add the sherry to the pan (optional) and saute another 1-2 minutes until the liquid has evaporated.

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    Drain the potatoes.

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    Add the hot milk and butter mixture and start mashing.

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    You can also do this in a mixer.

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    Season with salt and white pepper, then add the onions.

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    Fold in the cheese and top with chives.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.