Basil Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup milk
2/3 cup sour cream
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup fresh basil, chopped

Preparation

Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with 1 inch of water, season with salt; bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer and cook until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain potatoes, return to saucepan with butter and milk.
Once butter melts, turn off heat and add sour cream; mash potatoes.
Season with more salt, if necessary, and pepper; stir in basil and serve.