BELGIUM ~ Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Shallots

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BELGIAN MASHED POTATOES WITH CARAMELIZED SHALLOTS
Serves 4

5 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon salt
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
3 tablespoons cream
Nutmeg, to taste
White pepper, to taste
3 medium shallots, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons parsley, finely chopped

In saucepan, combine potatoes, milk, salt and enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium and cook until the potatoes are tender about 15 minutes. Drain. Mash potatoes with 4 tablespoons butter and cream. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Keep warm in 300 degree oven. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet. Add shallots, and cook until lightly carmelized. Top potatoes with shallots and parsley and serve hot.

Source: "Everybody Eats Well In Belgium" by Ruth Van Waerebeek