VEGAN RECIPE: Mashed Potatoes

I love mashed potatoes. They might actually be smashed potatoes as I don't take the skins off. I've tried every kind of alternative milk, but have found that the potato water (that you cooked the potatoes in) really makes the best substitute for milk.

Mashed Potatoes
2 pounds yukon gold or new potatoes
1/2 c Earth Balance Soy Free Margarine (or Butter if you are vegetarian)
Potato water
salt to taste
pepper to taste

Wash and slice potatoes and add to pot with cold water. Bring to a boil and turn down heat to medium/high. Boil until soft when pierced with fork. Drain water into a mixing bowl-- put aside. Add a splash of the cooking water (potato water) and the margarine back into pan. Use hand-mixer to mash the potatoes. Add more water and margarine as needed.

This recipe is suitable for the elimination phase.