Mashed Potatoes With Andouille and Scallions
Total Steps
10
Ingredients
10
Tools Needed
6
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- 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, skins intact and cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 links andouille sausage, one diced and one sliced into disks
- 1/2 bunch scallions, sliced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoons fresh thyme
- 3 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup milk
- salt and pepper
- butter(optional)
Instructions
Step 1
Boil the russet potatoes until soft.
Step 2
While the potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 3
Add the diced and sliced andouille sausage to the skillet and cook until slightly browned.
Step 4
During the last minute of cooking the andouille sausage, add the sliced scallions, minced garlic, and fresh thyme to the pan, stirring constantly.
Step 5
Drain the cooked potatoes and transfer them to a large bowl.
Step 6
Mash the potatoes with a fork.
Step 7
Stir in the cream cheese and milk until fully incorporated.
Step 8
Fold in the cooked andouille sausage, scallions, garlic, and thyme mixture.
Step 9
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 10
If desired, top with a pat of butter upon serving.