Quick and Healthy Basic Mashed Potatoes

(Courtesy of Family Circle)

Ingredients:
1 1/4 lb. Russet potatoes
1/2 c. nonfat plain yogurt
1/2 c. fat-free milk
1 1/2 Tbsp. healthy butter spread
1/4 tsp. sea salt (or 1/2 tsp. garlic salt or 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt)
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Directions:
Place whole potatoes (do not poke) into a microwave-safe dish.  Cover dish (if covering with plastic wrap, poke small hole in plastic).

Microwave on high for 10-12 minutes depending on the strength of the microwave.  Use oven mitts to remove dish from microwave; carefully remove cover and mash well.

Stir in yogurt, milk, butter spread and seasoning.

Cook for 1-2 minutes more to heat if necessary.