Smashed Potatoes

Ingredients

 * 1 lb. small red-skinned potatoes, scrubbed and quartered
 * ¼ cup finely chopped fresh basil
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * 1 medium shallot, minced
 * salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Directions

 * 1) Put potatoes in a medium saucepan of lightly salted water.
 * 2) Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
 * 3) Drain potatoes well, reserving some of the liquid.
 * 4) Return potatoes to pan.
 * 5) Smash with a potato masher until fairly smooth, adding a little reserved water if needed.
 * 6) Add basil, garlic, shallot, salt and pepper and mix well.
 * 7) Serve hot.