FRENCH-STYLE CREAMED POTATOES

Preparation Method :

• Steam the potatoes in a pressure cooker, if possible, or cook in a small amount of water until tender, to avoid them becoming too moist.
• Mash or puree, then beat in one third of the butter, the milk a little at a time, and the salt, pepper and nutmeg to taste.
• Melt half the remaining butter in heavy-based frying pan (skillet), add the onion and cook gently until tender and lightly colored.
• Add onion to potato puree and cook gently over low heat, turning mixture constantly. Spread mixture in greased gratin dish, dot with remaining butter and brown under a preheated hot grill (broiler).
• Serve immediately.