Easy Entertaining for Beginners

Serves 8-10

2- 2 1/2  pounds potatoes, Yukon Gold, peeled, chopped into 1″ cubes
2 tablespoons butter
1 – 1 1/2 cups half-and-half or whole milk
2 cups Gruyere cheese, shredded
1 teaspoon oregano, chopped, fresh
1 tablespoon flat-leaf (Italian) parsley, chopped, fresh
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Place potatoes in medium saucepan and cover with cold water and bring to a boil. Simmer until tender, 18-20 minutes. Drain the potatoes and place in large bowl. Add the butter, half-and-half or milk. Mash with a potato masher, ricer or electric mixer. Do not over mix. Stir in the cheese and herbs and season to taste with salt and pepper.