Ultimate Mashed Potatoes

Gluten Free
Popular
Health score
3%
Ultimate Mashed Potatoes
35 min.
12
197kcal

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When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can rival the buttery, creamy goodness of Ultimate Mashed Potatoes. This gluten-free delight is not only a favorite for family gatherings and holiday feasts, but it also comes together in just 35 minutes, making it a perfect side dish for any occasion. Imagine fluffy, perfectly mashed potatoes infused with the rich flavors of Swanson® Chicken Broth, complemented by crispy bacon and fresh chives that add a burst of color and taste.

Each serving of these indulgent mashed potatoes is a delightful combination of creamy light cream and tangy sour cream, ensuring that every bite is a blissful experience. With just 197 calories per serving, you can savor this rich side without the guilt. Plus, their versatility allows them to pair beautifully with your favorite meats, veggies, or even a vegetarian main course.

What truly sets this recipe apart is the option to customize the texture to your liking—whether you prefer your mashed potatoes silky smooth or delightfully chunky, you have the freedom to adjust with the reserved chicken broth until you reach perfection. Don't forget to save a little crumbled bacon for garnish, adding a finishing touch that elevates these mashed potatoes to 'ultimate' status. Bring joy to your dining table with this popular recipe that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter 
  • 3.5 cups chicken broth organic swanson® natural goodness® (Regular, or Certified )
  • slices bacon crumbled cooked for garnish (reserve some )
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh chopped
  • dash pepper black generous
  • 0.5 cup cream light
  • large potatoes peeled cut into 1-inch pieces ( 7 1/2 cups)
  • 0.5 cup cream sour

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • colander

Directions

  1. Heat the broth and potatoes in a 3-quart saucepan over medium-high heat to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium. Cover and cook for 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
  3. Drain the potatoes well in a colander, reserving the broth.
  4. Mash the potatoes with 1/4 cup reserved broth, light cream, sour cream, chives, butter, bacon and black pepper.
  5. Add the additional reserved broth, if needed, until desired consistency.
  6. Garnish with the remaining bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories197kcal
Protein9.39%
Fat34.99%
Carbs55.62%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.56
Glycemic Load
19.67
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
9.1221739338792%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
1.31mg
Quercetin
1.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:196.91kcal
9.85%
Fat:7.82g
12.03%
Saturated Fat:4.38g
27.39%
Carbohydrates:27.98g
9.33%
Net Carbohydrates:24.57g
8.94%
Sugar:1.85g
2.05%
Cholesterol:25.08mg
8.36%
Sodium:318.5mg
13.85%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.72g
9.44%
Vitamin C:30.92mg
37.48%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.61%
Potassium:694.38mg
19.84%
Manganese:0.27mg
13.63%
Fiber:3.41g
13.62%
Phosphorus:112.55mg
11.26%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.25%
Vitamin B3:2mg
10%
Magnesium:38.73mg
9.68%
Copper:0.18mg
9.11%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.33%
Iron:1.29mg
7.17%
Folate:26.52µg
6.63%
Vitamin B5:0.55mg
5.47%
Vitamin A:260.4IU
5.21%
Vitamin K:5.29µg
5.03%
Zinc:0.62mg
4.12%
Calcium:39.33mg
3.93%
Selenium:2.18µg
3.12%
Vitamin E:0.23mg
1.54%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.33%
Source:Epicurious