Zaarite Doctored Up Fake Mashed Potatoes

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistibly creamy Zaarite Doctored Up Fake Mashed Potatoes—a quick and easy twist on traditional instant mashed potatoes that delivers rich, homemade flavor in just 10 minutes! This recipe upgrades basic potato flakes with a velvety blend of sour cream, melted butter, and milk, perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, parsley, and a touch of salt and pepper. For an indulgent finish, add a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese for a decadent, cheesy kick. Perfect as a comforting side dish for family meals or holiday gatherings, these mashed potatoes prove that simple ingredients and minimal effort can create a dish bursting with flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Instant mashed potatoes
• 2 cups Water
• 1 cup Milk
• 4 tablespoons Butter
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 2

Reduce the heat to low and add 1 cup of milk and 4 tablespoons of butter to the boiling water. Stir until the butter is fully melted.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately stir in 2 cups of instant mashed potato flakes until well combined and smooth.

Step 4

Fold in 1 cup of sour cream, ensuring it is fully incorporated.

Step 5

Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of dried parsley, 0.5 teaspoon of salt, and 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the flavors.

Step 6

If desired, stir in 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese for an extra creamy and cheesy texture.

Step 7

Serve the doctored-up mashed potatoes warm as a side dish, garnished with additional parsley or a sprinkle of cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1573.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1821.1

Total Fat 148.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.2g
Cholesterol 408.6mg	0%
Sodium 3360.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.7g
Protein 41.2g	0%

Vitamin D 148.3IU	0%
Calcium 1243.1mg	0%
Iron 1.8mg	0%
Potassium 1436.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 71.1%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 20.2%