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