Lemon, Garlic and Chives Creamy Mashed Potatoes

The lemon in this dish is obvious but not overly so,
and mixed with garlic, green onion and buttermilk
it makes for an outstanding side dish.

Ingredients:
1/4 cup buttermilk
6 tablespoons butter
3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1/2 cup chopped fresh chives
2 pounds red potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces

Directions:
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in heavy small skillet over medium heat.
Add garlic and sauté 1-2 minutes; do not brown.
Mix in lemon peel, then green onion or chives. Set aside.
Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water
until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain.
Return potatoes to pot and mash.
Add onion mixture, buttermilk and remaining
3 tablespoons butter and mash together.
Season with salt and pepper.
Garnish with fresh chives and lemon slices.