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Crushed Red Potatoes with Buttermilk

http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/crushed_red_potatoes_with_buttermilk.html

From EatingWell:  May/June 1996

This simple preparation makes a smashing and virtually labor-free alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.

6 servings | Active Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 pounds red potatoes, scrubbed (about 6)
• 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Cover potatoes with cold water in a large saucepan. Add salt and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes in a colander and transfer to a medium bowl. Coarsely crush the potatoes with a potato masher or the back of a large spoon. Gently stir in buttermilk and chives. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition

Per serving : 88 Calories; 0 g Fat; 0 g Sat; 0 g Mono; 1 mg Cholesterol; 19 g Carbohydrates; 3 g Protein; 2 g Fiber; 314 mg Sodium; 541 mg Potassium

1 Carbohydrate Serving

Exchanges: 1 starch