Mashed Potatoes With Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese

Ingredients

• 3 1/4 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 4 garlic cloves, peeled
• 1/2 cup butter
• 3 1/2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto
• 3/4 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced
• 3/4 cup whole milk
• 1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• fresh rosemary (to garnish)

Directions

1. 1

   Cook potatoes and garlic in a large pot filled with boiling, salted water until potatoes are very tender, about 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain, return potatoes and garlic to the same pot.

3. 3

   Meanwhile, heat 1/2 cup butter in heavy small saucepan over medium heat.

4. 4

   Add chopped prosciutto and 3/4 teaspoon minced rosemary.

5. 5

   Sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.

6. 6

   Add prosciutto mixture and 3/4 cup milk to potatoes and garlic.

7. 7

   Mash well, adding more milk by tablespoonfuls if potatoes are too dry.

8. 8

   Mix in 3/4 cup parmesan cheese.

9. 9

   Season with salt and pepper.

10. 10

    Transfer to a large serving bowl.

11. 11

    Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup parmesan cheese.

12. 12

    Garnish with additional fresh rosemary, if desired.