Mashed Potatoes with Corn and Harissa Butter

Preparation

• • Place the potatoes in a pot. Cover with cold water and season with salt. Bring to a boil. Simmer for 15 minutes or until tender. Drain. Return to the pot. Over medium heat, dry out the potatoes for 1 minute while stirring. Remove from the heat.
  • Using a potato masher, purée the potatoes with 2 tbsp of the butter. Add the hot milk while stirring. Season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  • With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
  • Meanwhile, in a skillet over medium heat, soften the corn and green onions in 2 tbsp of the butter, stirring, for 2 minutes.
  • Add the corn mixture to the mashed potatoes. Mix well. Transfer into an 8-inch (20 cm) ovenproof square dish. Using a fork, trace lines in the surface of the mashed potatoes.
  • In a bowl, combine the remaining butter and harissa. Melt in the microwave oven. Mix well. Using a pastry brush, cover the surface of the mashed potatoes with the harissa butter.
  • Brown in the oven for 5 minutes. Serve immediately.