Broccoli Christmas Tree

Directions

1. 1
   Boil or microwave the potatoes, then peel and mash.
2. 2
   Combine the mashed potato ingredients into a saucepan and stir while cooking over low heat.
3. 3
   When the moisture has more or less evaporated and the texture is firm enough to handle, season with salt and pepper and let it cool.
4. 4
   Pile the mashed potato on a plate, and stick pieces of broccoli boiled in salt water.
5. 5
   Decorate as you like.
6. 6
   The one in this recipe is decorated with sliced bell pepper, radish and heart-shaped ham.
7. 7
   It's topped with a piece of bell pepper cut into a star and sprinkled with powdered cheese for a snowy effect.
8. 8
   I made a simple one last year, with just cheddar cheese.
9. 9
   This year I made a wreath-shaped version with smoked salmon and ikura (salmon roe).
10. 10
    I put tartar sauce in the centre of the wreath.