Peeler Mashed Potatoes

Peeling

• 42 oz water, divided
• 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil, divided (see Tip) (optional)
• 32 oz Yukon gold potatoes, in pieces (approx. 2 in. wide), divided
  or 32 oz red potatoes, in pieces (approx. 2 in. wide), divided

Mashed Potatoes

• 5 oz vegetable stock
• 3 oz whole milk
• 2 oz unsalted butter, cut into pieces
• 1 tsp garlic powder, (optional)
• 1 tsp salt, to taste
• ¼ tsp ground black pepper
• fresh parsley, leaves only, to garnish