Egg Yolk Mashed Potatoes

Small-batch mashed potatoes with one egg yolk for extra richness.

Ingredients

  • About 1 lb Yukon potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 3/4 tsp salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 Tbsp butter
  • 2 Tbsp half and half, cream, or milk

Instructions

  1. Boil potatoes until tender.
  2. Drain and mash with butter, salt, and dairy.
  3. Stir in the egg yolk while the potatoes are hot and fluffy.