Lemon-Basil Mashed Potatoes

Name: Lemon-Basil Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs baby red potatoes, scrubbed and halved; 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, warmed; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Submitted by DailyInspiration

"A nice twist to traditional mashed potatoes from Weight Watchers (2 points per 3/4 cup serving)."

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Ready In:: 35mins
Ingredients:: 8
Serves:: 4

ingredients

1 ¹⁄₄ lbs baby red potatoes, scrubbed and halved
¹⁄₂ cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, warmed
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
¹⁄₂ teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 tablespoon lemon zest
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

directions

Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan and add enough water to cover; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes; drain.
Return the potatoes to the saucepan. Add the broth, butter, salt and pepper. Mash until the potatoes are smooth. Stir in the basil, lemon zest and lemon juice.