Ingredients

• 3 pounds potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
• 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 5 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
• 2 1/4 cups fresh corn kernels
• 3/4 cups milk
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

1. Place the potatoes in a pot. Cover with water and add the salt. Bring to a boil and cook until tender. Meanwhile, heat the butter in a small skillet and saute the onion, cumin and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add the corn and cook for 2 more minutes. Add the milk and simmer for 1 or 2 minutes, the season with salt and pepper.
2. Remove the potatoes from the heat and drain. Mash the potatoes and add the corn mixture. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.