Ingredients

• 2 lb Desiree potatoes, in chunks
• 2 teasp salt
•   pepper
• 2 oz butter
• 4 tablesp creamy milk
•   single or double cream

Method

1. Put 2 lb Desiree potatoes (in chunks) into boiling water — just enough to cover.
2. Simmer for 20–25 mins. Drain and keep hot in pan.
3. Add pepper, 2 oz butter and 4 tablespoons creamy milk.
4. Break up potatoes with a fork, then use a hand whisk (electric) — gentle at first, then higher speed.
5. If dry, add a little single or double cream.

Notes