This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Ingredients

　　3/4 pound small red potatoes

　　2 1/2 ounces soft mild goat cheese (about 1/4 cup)

　　1 tablespoon unsalted butter

　　1/4 teaspoon fresh lemon juice, or to taste

　　1/3 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme leaves (optional)

　　In a saucepan cover potatoes with salted cold water by 1 inch and simmer, covered, until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Reserve 1/4 cup cooking liquid and drain potatoes. Return potatoes to pan and with a fork mash together with reserved liquid, remaining ingredients, and salt and pepper to taste.