Black Truffle Potato Purée

Ingredients

• 1 pound idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 4 ounce milk
• 4 tablespoon black truffle butter
• 2 tablespoon crème fraîche, optional

Directions

1. Place the potatoes in a medium pot and cover with water by 1 inch. Add 1 tablespoon salt and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cook the potatoes at a simmer for approximately 15 minutes or until very tender.
2. Pour the cooked potatoes through a strainer and leave to drain 5 minutes. While the potatoes drain, warm the milk.
3. Transfer the potatoes to a bowl. Whip with an electric mixer while gradually adding the warmed milk. Whip in the butter and crème fraîche if using. Season to taste with salt and pepper.