Mashed Potatoes and Carrots
Creamy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome goodness, Mashed Potatoes and Carrots is the ultimate comfort food side dish with a healthy twist. Combining the velvety richness of buttery mashed potatoes with the natural sweetness of carrots, this vibrant dish offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Seasoned with a hint of garlic powder, a dash of ground black pepper, and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s both simple and elegant. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe makes for an easy yet impressive addition to any meal, whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or cooking a cozy weeknight meal. Plus, with only a handful of pantry staples, it’s as budget-friendly as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes
- 3 medium carrots
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1
Peel the potatoes and carrots, then chop them into roughly 1-inch pieces.
Step 2
Place the potatoes and carrots into a large pot and cover them with cold water.
Step 3
Add a pinch of salt to the pot, bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer.
Step 4
Cook until both the potatoes and carrots are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
Step 5
Drain the potatoes and carrots, then return them to the pot.
Step 6
Add the butter to the pot and allow it to melt over the hot vegetables.
Step 7
Pour in the milk, then add the salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 8
Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes and carrots until smooth and creamy.
Step 9
Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Step 10
Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
Step 11
Serve hot as a delightful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1603.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1683.5 |
| Total Fat 52.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g | |
| Cholesterol 135.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2684.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 281.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 33.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.8g | |
| Protein 37.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.7IU | 0% |
| Calcium 460.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 7456.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories