Cheese & Kale Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 large bunch kale, stems discarded, rinsed thoroughly of grit
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup parmesan cheese
• Salt, to taste

Directions:

• Place potatoes in a medium stockpot with and fill with water to cover. Salt well and bring to a boil.
• Cook potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.
• Heat 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat in a large pan and saute the garlic and kale until tender, about 3-5 minutes, and set aside.
• Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash with a potato masher, then add the milk gradually, mixing to incorporate.
• Stir in parmesan cheese and kale, add salt to taste and serve. Enjoy!