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healthier mashed potatoes

Ganieda avatar
Recipe by
Karen Feinen
@Ganieda
Rochester, NY

A leaner version of mashed potatoes, using heart-healthy olive oil in place of butter and cooked in chicken or vegetable broth for added flavor and nutrition. These are also dairy-free for those who must avoid milk products.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 5 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Stove Top

Ingredients For healthier mashed potatoes

  • 2 lb
    baking or all-purpose potatoes
  • 4 c
    chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 c
    chicken or vegetable broth (reserved)
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 1 tsp
    salt
  • 1/4 tsp
    pepper

How To Make healthier mashed potatoes

  • 1
    Scrub or peel potatoes. Cook in 4 cups of broth 25 - 30 minutes until tender. Drain, reserving broth.
  • 2
    Mash with 1 cup of reserved broth, olive oil, salt and pepper. (Freeze remaining broth for another use)
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