Truffled Mashed Potatoes

Directions

1. In a 4 or 5 quart pan over high heat, bring 2 quarts water and salt to a rolling boil; add potatoes and cover, return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium and simmer until potatoes are tender, approximately 8 to 10 minutes.  Drain potatoes and return to pan, (use water drained from potatoes to make gravy).
2. Meanwhile, in a 1 to 1 1/ 2 quart pan, over low heat, warm 3/4 cup milk until steaming (do not boil), approximately 5 minutes.
3. Add 2 tablespoons butter, truffle oil, and 1/2 cup of the hot milk to potatoes and mash with a potato masher or electric mixer on medium speed until mixture is as lumpy or smooth as you like, gradually beating in up to 1/4 cup additional milk and more butter, if desired.
4. Potatoes should be light and fluffy, add salt and pepper to taste.
5. Optional: finely chopped fresh parsley, green onions, or other herbs may be added at the end for color/flavor.