Mashed potatoes have always been a favorite of mine, but they are not necessarily the healthiest food out there. So when I decide to cook up some of this delicious comfort food, I try to make it a bit healthier by adding some more veggies.
Delicious Mashed Potatoes
-6 medium potatoes
-2 large carrots
-1 medium sweet potato
-1 tbsp butter or margarine(olive oil also works well if you're vegan)
-3 tbsp plain yogurt(can be omitted)
-salt and pepper to taste
Wash all veggies. I like to leave the skin on my carrots and potatoes, but feel free to peel them. I always peel my sweet potato, because the skin is so much tougher. Cut the potatoes and sweet potatoes into chunks, and slice the carrots into medium sized slices.
Place all veggies in a pot and bring to a boil. Add a pinch of salt to help the veggies cook and turn down to medium heat once they start boiling.
When veggies are cooked(potatoes and carrots are done when you insert a fork and it goes in easily) drain the water off them and give a quick rinse to wash away excess starch.
Place the veggies in a large dish and mash them together. I like my carrots to say fairly chunky in the potatoes and just focus on getting a smooth texture with the potatoes.
Add butter(or margarine or oil) and your yogurt(if using), also season with your salt and pepper. I stir this together with a wooden spoon, but if you want you could also use a mixer to get a "whipped" potato.
This really is a tasty treat! It is great served with "meat" loaf and onion gravy, or just on its own. You can also add other veggies to it, or some nutritional yeast for a cheesy-like flavor. Some of the other veggies you can add are:
-Broccoli
-Onion
-Different types of potato
-Turnip
-Squash
The possibilities are endless! I hope you enjoy!
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