Heart-Healthy Classic Mashed Potatoes with Butter
Transform your comfort food favorite with our Heart-Healthy Classic Mashed Potatoes with Butter—rich in flavor and perfect for a guilt-free indulgence! Made with tender, fluffy Russet potatoes, this creamy side dish swaps heavy cream for skim milk and low-sodium chicken broth, delivering satisfying creaminess without the extra calories. A dollop of heart-healthy butter spread adds a buttery touch, while hints of garlic powder and freshly chopped chives elevate the flavor profile. Ready in just 35 minutes, this lighter spin on traditional mashed potatoes is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a wholesome holiday feast. Serve hot and enjoy a healthier take on a timeless classic!
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons Heart-healthy butter spread
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cups Skim milk
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
Directions
Step 1
Peel the Russet potatoes and cut them into even chunks, approximately 2-inch pieces, to ensure they cook at the same rate.
Step 2
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Step 3
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat. Once the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and simmer the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes or until they are very tender and easily pierced with a fork.
Step 4
While the potatoes are cooking, warm the skim milk in a small saucepan over low heat. Keep it warm until you are ready to use it.
Step 5
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly in a colander and return them to the pot.
Step 6
Add the heart-healthy butter spread to the potatoes and mash with a potato masher until smooth.
Step 7
Gradually stir in the warmed skim milk and the low-sodium chicken broth into the mashed potatoes, continuing to mash and stir until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
Step 8
Season the mashed potatoes with salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 9
Garnish with freshly chopped chives before serving. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1319.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1093.9 |
| Total Fat 15.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 3.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1697.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 207.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 17.7g | |
| Protein 32.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 353.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 306.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 5313.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories