Garlic mashed potatoes
Russet potatoes, with their low moisture and high starch content, are excellent potatoes for mashing.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: About 1 cup
Calories: 154
Serving size
About 1 cup
Calories
154
Monounsaturated fat
Trace
Saturated fat
0.5 g
Total fat
2 g
Sodium
36 mg
Cholesterol
Trace
Dietary fiber
2 g
Protein
4 g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
(Serves 8)
- 3 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 6 garlic cloves, separated and peeled
- 1/2 cup fat-free milk
- 1 tablespoon trans fat-free margarine
- Ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
In a large stockpot, cover the potatoes with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return to the stockpot.
In a small saucepan, cover the garlic with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain the garlic.
In a food processor or blender, combine the garlic and milk. Puree until smooth. Add the pureed garlic and the margarine to the potatoes. Mash to desired consistency. Season with black pepper to taste. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.
