Lemon Garlic Mashed Potatoes - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut in chunks
4 garlic cloves, cut in half
2 tablespoons capers, drained and chopped
1/3 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 teaspoons lemon peel, finely shredded
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from half a lemon)

Preparation

Cook potatoes and garlic in lightly salted water until tender, about 20 to 25 minutes; drain, but reserve a cup of the cooking liquid.
Mash potatoes to desired consistency, add 2 tablespoons olive oil, butter, salt, pepper, and enough of the reserved liquid to reach the desired consistency.
Transfer mash to a serving bowl, top with capers, parsley, and lemon peel; drizzle with remaining olive oil and squeeze the lemon juice over top and serve.