Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients

• 4 pounds red potatoes (about 8), halved
• kosher salt and black pepper
• 2 cups sour cream
• ¹/₂ cup milk
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 scallions, chopped

Cooking Instructions

1. Place the potatoes in a large pot.
2. Add cold water to cover and bring to a boil.
3. Add 2 teaspoons salt, reduce heat, and simmer until tender, 15 to 18 minutes.
4. Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
5. Add the sour cream, milk, butter, scallions, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and mash.
6. Transfer to a heatproof bowl, cover, and set over a pot of simmering water to keep warm, up to 1 hour.