Scallion Whipped Potatoes

Scallion Whipped Potatoes
from the Market Cafe in the Buttes
recipe printed in The Arizona Republic

1 pound small red potatoes, unpeeled
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup butter
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp kosher salt
2 scallions, sliced thin

Quarter the potatoes and place in a large pot. Cover with water and add a little salt. Bring the potatoes to a boil, lower heat to medium and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. In a separate saucepan, combine the cream, butter, pepper, garlic powder and salt. Place over medium heat until butter is melted. Drain the water from the potatoes and return potatoes to the pot. Place the pot over medium heat, mash the potatoes and add the hot cream mixture. Adjust seasoning to taste. Sprinkle in the sliced scallions. Makes six servings.

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Notes: The Market Cafe is located at the Marriott hotel, The Buttes, in Tempe!

Verdict: Potato Heaven!!!! I'm NOT kidding! So easy and so yummy! Everyone loved them! We will definitely make these again!