Chive Goat Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Recipe comes from the december 2005 edition of canadian living magazine.

Peel potatoes and cut in half crosswise.

In a large pot of boiling salted water , cover and cook potatoes and garlic until tender , 25-30 minutes.

Drain and return to pot.

Dry over low heat , shaking pan , about 1 minute.

Press through ricer - you could mash but it will not be as smooth or creamy.

Optional - warm goat cheese , and sour cream in the microwave on low for 2 minutes.

Mix sour cream , goat cheese , butter , salt and pepper into potatoes and stir smooth.

Add chives if using.

Put into a casserole dish or 13x9 baking dish.

If making ahead - up to 2 days - cool and refrigerate.

Cover and bake at 400f for 30 minutes , or microwave on high for 10-12 minutes.

If cold add 10 minutes to baking time in the oven.

baking potatoes, garlic cloves, sour cream, soft fresh goat cheese, butter, salt, pepper, fresh chives