Sour Cream and Grainy Mustard Mash

Sour Cream and Grainy Mustard Mash
mashed potatoes
sour cream
grainy mustard
minced garlic
brown butter
heavy cream, optional
salt
ground black pepper

Mash the potatoes with the sour cream and mustard and garlic to begin with. The sour cream should make the potatoes a smooth enough consistency to be easily able to stir them, and the mustard and garlic should add some flavor. Taste and ensure all three flavors are present but none overwhelms the others. Drizzle in some butter for extra richness and to adjust the consistency. Cream may be added as well for a thinner consistency and slightly richer flavor. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

I often use brown butter for making mashed potatoes as I find it just adds another depth of flavor. Brown butter is simply butter melted, and then continue cooking until it turns a golden brown and becomes quite aromatic.