Mashed Potatoes with Herbs

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
12%
Mashed Potatoes with Herbs
45 min.
8
222kcal

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If you're seeking the perfect side dish that will elevate any meal, look no further than these delightful Mashed Potatoes with Herbs. With a creamy texture and a burst of fresh flavors, this vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is sure to impress your family and guests alike. Imagine fluffy Yukon Gold potatoes, expertly blended with aromatic chives and parsley, creating a comforting yet sophisticated dish that's perfect for any occasion.

This recipe not only satisfies your taste buds but also offers a wholesome serving of nutrients, making it a guilt-free indulgence. The combination of rich unsalted butter and creamy milk adds a lusciousness that takes the classic mashed potatoes to an exceptional level. And the best part? Preparing these mashed potatoes takes only 45 minutes from start to finish, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings.

As fragrant herbs infuse the warm milk, you’ll experience an enticing aroma wafting through your kitchen, stirring up anticipation for the delicious meal ahead. Plus, they’re incredibly versatile; serve them as a side to roasted meats or enjoy them on their own topped with a buttery finish. Whether it's a holiday feast or a cozy family dinner, these Mashed Potatoes with Herbs will undoubtedly steal the show!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup chives fresh chopped
  • cup parsley fresh coarsely chopped
  • cups milk 
  • servings sea salt to taste fine
  • 0.3 cup butter unsalted
  • pounds yukon gold potatoes 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • pot
  • potato masher
  • colander

Directions

  1. Bring milk with parsley and chives to a simmer in a saucepan, then remove from heat.
  2. Let stand, covered, 20 minutes.
  3. While milk is standing, cover potatoes with salted cold water by 2 inches in a large pot and simmer, uncovered, until very tender, 20 to 30 minutes.
  4. Drain in a colander and, when just cool enough to handle, peel.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  6. Mash warm potatoes with a potato masher, gradually adding 1 1/2 cups herbed milk.
  7. Add remaining milk 1/4 cup at a time, mashing, until potatoes reach desired consistency. Season with sea salt and pepper, then transfer to an ovenproof serving dish.
  8. Heat potatoes, covered, in middle of oven 15 minutes. (If making potatoes to go with lamb, you can heat potatoes while lamb stands.)
  9. Serve potatoes hot, topped with pats of butter.

Nutrition Facts

Calories222kcal
Protein10.16%
Fat31.46%
Carbs58.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.84
Glycemic Load
22.92
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.695217370987%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
16.16mg
Luteolin
0.08mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
1.6mg
Myricetin
1.11mg
Quercetin
1.27mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:221.51kcal
11.08%
Fat:7.93g
12.2%
Saturated Fat:4.83g
30.22%
Carbohydrates:33.1g
11.03%
Net Carbohydrates:29.08g
10.57%
Sugar:4.35g
4.84%
Cholesterol:22.57mg
7.52%
Sodium:232.19mg
10.1%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.76g
11.52%
Vitamin K:129.57µg
123.4%
Vitamin C:44.21mg
53.59%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.38%
Potassium:854.6mg
24.42%
Vitamin A:965.71IU
19.31%
Phosphorus:165.34mg
16.53%
Fiber:4.02g
16.08%
Manganese:0.28mg
14.01%
Magnesium:50.86mg
12.72%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.87%
Calcium:108.76mg
10.88%
Iron:1.81mg
10.08%
Folate:40.14µg
10.04%
Copper:0.2mg
9.94%
Vitamin B3:1.97mg
9.83%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.81%
Vitamin B5:0.77mg
7.73%
Vitamin B12:0.34µg
5.69%
Zinc:0.84mg
5.58%
Vitamin D:0.78µg
5.18%
Selenium:1.76µg
2.51%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.81%
Source:Epicurious