Mixed Mashed Potatoes With Scallions

• cubed pared sweet potatoes4 cups

  (about 1-1/4 lb.)

• cubed pared boiling potatoes4 cups

  (about 2 lbs.)

• chopped scallion2⁄3 cup
• salt↗1 tablespoon
• salt↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• heavy cream↗1⁄4 cup
• unsalted butter↗2 tablespoons
• fresh ground pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• grated nutmeg↗1⁄4 teaspoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place potatoes, half the scallions, 1 T. salt, and enough water to cover in large heavy pot. Cover and heat to boiling. Remove cover and cook over medium heat until potatoes are tender, 20-25 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking liquid. Mash potatoes. Return potatoes to pot.

2. 2

   Stir in reserved cooking liquid, the cream, butter, all but 2 t. of the remaining scallions, 1/2 t. salt, the pepper, and nutmeg. Transfer to warmed serving dish, sprinkle with remaining scallions, and serve hot.