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MASHED CARROTS AND TURNIPS



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This recipe has been in my family for years. It's an inexpensive and easy dish to prepare.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds carrots, peeled and sliced
2 medium turnips, peeled and diced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place carrots and turnips in a large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. , Drain and mash. Add the butter, salt and pepper. Sprinkle with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 250mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

COMPANY MASHED CARROTS



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Although I call these "company carrots," I'll often serve them on a weeknight to my family. No matter who's eating it, the fast, easy dish is always a favorite. -Cynthia Hanus-Beard, Tamarac, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds carrots, sliced
1/2 cup butter, cubed
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon orange liqueur
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Cook, covered, 15-20 minutes or until very tender. Drain carrots; return to pan., Mash carrots with remaining ingredients by hand or puree in a food processor until blended.

Nutrition Facts :

MASHED SWEET POTATOES AND CARROTS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cubed
4 large carrots, peeled, sliced
2 garlic cloves, peeled
1/4 cup whipping cream
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes, carrots and garlic in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender. Drain; return to same pot. Mash with potato masher. Add cream and butter and mash until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

MASHED PARSNIPS AND CARROTS



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This is such a simple recipe I am surprised that there isn't one posted - I couldn't find one. I love the flavor of the two veggies together with that touch of nutmeg - I hope you do too

Provided by Bergy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups parsnips, peeled, cored and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 1/2 cups carrots, peeled (scraped)
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Cover the prepared vegetables with water, bring to a boil and simmer until soft, apprx 20 minutes, drain.
  • Coarse mash the vegetables, add the nutmeg, pepper & butter, mix well.
  • Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.1, Fat 4.3, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 84.6, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 6.3, Protein 1.4

MASHED CARROTS AND POTATOES



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Provided by Pete Wells

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 7m

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

Kosher salt
2 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
2 pounds carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
2-4 tablespoons butter
Pinch saffron, crumbled
Grated zest of one lemon
1/4 to 1/2 cup milk or crème fraîche

Steps:

  • Boil the vegetables separately in salted water until very tender, 5 to 7 minutes, then drain. In one of the pans you used for boiling, mash the carrots well with the butter, saffron and lemon zest, then add the potatoes and mash well. Thin with milk or crème fraîche and add salt to taste - don't be shy about it.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 197, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 581 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

MASHED POTATOES WITH CARROTS AND LEEKS



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Categories     Potato     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Leek     Carrot     Winter     Boil     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 leek (white and pale green parts only), coarsely chopped
2 lb potatoes, preferably Yukon Gold or russet (baking) potatoes
2 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
3/4 cup whole milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Wash chopped leek well in a bowl of cold water, then lift out and drain well.
  • Peel potatoes and cut into 2-inch pieces. Cover with cold water in a 3- to 4-quart saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, about 18 minutes. Drain and return to saucepan.
  • While potatoes are simmering, cook carrots in a 1- to 1 1/2-quart saucepan of boiling salted water until just tender, 5 to 6 minutes, then drain. Cook leek in butter in a 10-inch skillet over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until very tender, about 6 minutes. Add milk, salt, and pepper and simmer, stirring, 2 minutes.
  • Add leek mixture to potatoes and coarsely mash with a potato masher, then stir in carrots.

MASHED POTATOES WITH PARSNIPS AND CARROTS



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Categories     Potato     Side     High Fiber     Parsnip     Fall     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 pounds parsnips, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 medium carrots, peeled, finely grated (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, room temperature
3/4 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes and parsnips in large pot of boiling salted water until very tender, about 30 minutes. Drain. Return potatoes and parsnips to pot. Mash until smooth. Mix in grated carrots. Stir in butter, then milk. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

SALISBURY STEAK WITH MUSHROOM GRAVY, GARLIC MASHED POTATOES AND PEAS, CARROTS AND PEPPERS



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 26

8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 yellow onion, half sliced and the other half diced
Kosher salt
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg
4 tablespoons Dijon mustard
6 cremini mushrooms, stemmed and sliced
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 cups beef stock
1/2 small bunch chives, sliced
3 carrots, peeled and small diced
3/4 cup chicken stock
Kosher salt
1/2 red bell pepper, cored and small diced
1/2 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
4 Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and large diced
2 cloves garlic, smashed
Kosher salt
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into pats

Steps:

  • For the Salisbury steak: Heat 3 tablespoons of the olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onions and 1 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add half of the minced garlic and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant. Set aside to lightly cool.
  • In a medium bowl, add the ground beef, panko, chicken stock, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, egg, 2 tablespoons of the Dijon and the sauteed onions and garlic. Reserve the pan that the onion and garlic were cooked in. Combine the ground beef mixture until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
  • Turn the saute pan back on to medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Take a small amount of the meat mixture and cook a tester patty to check for seasoning; adjust the remaining meat mixture with more salt if necessary. Form the remaining meat mixture into 4 equally-sized oval patties, patting firmly, each 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick. Add another tablespoon of olive oil to the pan and cook the patties over medium-high heat until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove the patties onto a sheet tray and discard any excess fat from the pan.
  • To make the gravy, return the pan to medium-high heat and add the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the sliced onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the remaining garlic and cook 1 to 2 minutes. Add the mushrooms and cook until brown and softened, another 5 minutes. Add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Add the beef stock and remaining 2 tablespoons Dijon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook until the gravy has thickened slightly, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the Salisbury steaks back into the gravy and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • For the peas, carrots and peppers: To a medium saute pan, add the carrots, 1/2 cup of the chicken stock and a generous pinch of salt. Turn on the heat to medium high and cook until the carrots are slightly tender, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the red bell pepper and remaining 1/4 cup chicken stock and cook until the chicken stock has mostly reduced, about another 5 minutes. Add the frozen peas and butter and swirl until the butter has melted, then turn off the heat and set aside.
  • For the garlic mashed potatoes: Heat the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat.
  • In another saucepan, add the potatoes and garlic and cover with cold water. Generously season the water with salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer until the potatoes are fork tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain the potatoes, then return them to the pan. Using a hand mixer, blend the potatoes and add half of the butter. Then add some of the heated cream and the rest of the butter. Continue to mix, gradually adding more heavy cream until you reach the desired consistency for your mashed potatoes. You may not need to use all of the cream.
  • To plate: Plate the Salisbury steaks and smother with the gravy, then garnish with the sliced chives. Serve alongside the peas, carrots and red peppers and garlic mashed potatoes.

MASHED POTATOES WITH CARROTS



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Categories     Dairy     Potato     Vegetable     Side     Christmas     Easter     Thanksgiving     Kid-Friendly     Back to School     Carrot     Winter     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6-8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3/4 pound carrots, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
3/4 cup whipping cream
3 tablespoons butter

Steps:

  • Cook potatoes and carrots in separate medium saucepans of boiling salted water until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain potatoes and carrots. Return each vegetable to its own pan. Mash potatoes; stir over low heat to dry slightly, about 2 minutes. Mix in whipping cream and 3 tablespoons butter. Mash carrots coarsely in pan. Mix into potatoes. Season mixture to taste with salt and pepper. (Mashed potatoes can be prepared 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat before serving.)
  • Transfer mashed potatoes to large bowl and serve hot.

CREAMY MASHED WHIPPED CARROTS



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My kids always loved this as toddlers. Adults like it, too. If you don't feel like whipping them with an electric mixer, just mashing will do.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 lbs carrots, peeled and sliced or 2 1/2 lbs baby carrots
3 tablespoons butter
4 ounces cream cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream (or light cream)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon tarragon
1/2 teaspoon parsley

Steps:

  • Place carrots in a large pot; cover with salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for 10-15 minutes or until tender; drain.
  • Turn off stove heat. Place empty pot back on stove and dump in the drained carrots and the butter, cream cream cheese and cream. Mash all together.
  • Add in salt, pepper, tarragon and parsley; mash again.
  • For smoother texture, whip with an electric mixture, adding more liquid, if desired. Or can just mash to desired smoothness and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.7, Fat 16.5, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 49.6, Sodium 425.5, Carbohydrate 19.1, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 8.7, Protein 3.5

MASHED SPICED CARROTS



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This is a cooking light recipe that makes mashed carrots tasty. Canbe vegan by subbing out for the butter.

Provided by ladypit

Categories     Vegetable

Time 35m

Yield 4 1/2 cup servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups sliced carrots (1/4 inch thick)
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 tablespoon butter
1 dash ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Put the carrots in a pan and cover them with water.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Cover and reduce the heat.
  • Simmer for 20 minutes or until they are very tender.
  • Drain them.
  • Put the carrots in a bowl and add the other ingredients and then mash to the consistency you want.

MASHED CARROTS WITH HONEY AND CHILI POWDER



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Carrots, steamed and mashed, make a simple side dish that goes well with seared steak, roast beef, or barbecued ribs. A spoonful of butter and honey brings out the sweetness in the carrots, and the chili powder adds dimension.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 pounds carrots, halved lengthwise (if large) and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Set a steamer basket in a saucepan over 2 inches simmering water. Add carrots; cover and steam until very tender, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl and mash with a fork or potato masher. Stir in butter, honey, and chili powder; season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 g, Fat 3 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 1 g

MASHED POTATOES AND CARROTS



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     easy, weekday, one pot, side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
3/4 pound carrots, peeled and sliced, about 1/4 inch thick
1/2 cup sliced white onions
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 cup milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 pinch nutmeg, freshly grated
pinch ground cumin
2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes, and rinse well. Cut lengthwise into large cubes.
  • Place the potatoes, sliced carrots and onions in a saucepan with water to cover and salt to taste. Bring to a boil and simmer for 12 to 15 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Drain.
  • Meanwhile heat the milk in a saucepan.
  • Place the potato mixture through a food mill or a potato ricer. Place into a saucepan, add the butter and mix well with a wooden spoon. Add the nutmeg, cumin and parsley. Add the milk, gradually stirring with a wooden spoon. Check for seasoning and keep warm.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 219, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 33 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 660 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams

HOME STYLE MASHED POTATOES WITH PEAS, CARROTS, & SPINACH



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Categories     Potato     Side     Quick & Easy     Vegan     Boil

Yield 4 sides

Number Of Ingredients 6

3-4 medium yukon gold potatoes, rinsed and chopped into wedges
2-4 tablespoons roast garlic-infused olive oil (or 1-2 minced garlic cloves sauteed in olive oil until fragrant)
1/4-1/2 cup Reserved cooking water
1/2 cup frozen mixed peas and carrots
1/3 cup frozen chopped spinach
Salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Chop potatoes into wedges and put in a small pot of cold water. Add salt. Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender when stabbed with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Drain, reserving some cooking water. Put potatoes back into pot with 1/4-1/2 cup cooking water back to pot, depending on desired consistency. Pour in oil. Partially mash potatoes with the back of a cooking spoon until desired consistency is reached - should retain some chunks of potato. Add salt & pepper to taste. Stir in frozen peas, carrots, and spinach, and heat until they have warmed. Serve!

MASHED CAULIFLOWER AND CARROTS



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This is great way to substitute mashed potatoes. It has a unique flavor and is full of veggie goodness. This recipe begs to be added to. I have used ranch dressing powder, Italian seasonings, or Old Bay®. Each time it comes out with a unique flavor. Have fun with it.

Provided by friskyspatula

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Cauliflower     Mashed

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package frozen cauliflower
1 (16 ounce) package frozen carrots
1 (8 ounce) container fat-free sour cream
¼ cup apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup butter

Steps:

  • Place cauliflower and carrots in a large pot of lightly salted water; bring to a boil until vegetables are soft, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and transfer vegetables to a large bowl.
  • Mash sour cream, vinegar, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and butter into cauliflower and carrots by hand or using a food processor, until desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.9 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 27 mg, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 190.9 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

MASHED POTATOES AND CARROTS WITH PAPRIKA AND PARSLEY



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This recipe, based on one from Cooks Illustrated, is a nice variation on traditional mashed potatoes. (I've used lower fat ingredients to reduce the calories) The color is just incredible. And the carrots add a sweetness which particularly compliments pork. Like most mashed potato recipes, this freezes well, too.

Provided by dianegrapegrower

Categories     Mashed Potatoes

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons unsalted butter
8 ounces carrots, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 1/2 lbs yukon gold potatoes
1/3 cup low-sodium low-fat chicken broth
3/4 cup 2% evaporated milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons fresh parsley leaves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare potatoes: Peel, quarter lengthwise, and cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices; rinse well in 3 or 4 changes of cold water and drain.
  • Melt butter in large saucepan over medium heat. When foaming subsides, add carrots and cook, stirring occasionally, until butter is browned and carrots are caramelized, 10 to 12 minutes. (If after 4 minutes vegetables have not started to brown, increase heat to medium-high.).
  • Add potatoes, broth, and 3/4 teaspoon salt and stir to combine. Cook, covered, over low heat (broth should simmer gently; do not boil), stirring occasionally, until potatoes fall apart easily when poked with fork and all liquid has been absorbed, 25 to 30 minutes. (If liquid does not gently simmer after a few minutes, increase heat to medium-low.) Remove pan from heat; remove lid and allow steam to escape for 2 minutes.
  • Gently mash potatoes and root vegetables in saucepan with potato masher (do not mash vigorously). Gently fold in milk, parsley, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, or freeze for future use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 277.4, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 486.9, Carbohydrate 40.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 4

MASHED SWEET POTATOES AND CARROTS WITH SWEET-AND-SOUR WALNUTS



Mashed Sweet Potatoes and Carrots with Sweet-and-Sour Walnuts image

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams)
6 tablespoons butter, divided
2 pounds carrots, peeled, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons (or more) water
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup Sherry wine vinegar
1 cup walnuts, lightly toasted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F. Bake potatoes until tender, about 45 minutes. Cool slightly; peel. Pass through ricer or food mill into large bowl.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in large pot over medium heat. Add carrots, 2 tablespoons water, and pinch of salt. Cover and bring to boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer until carrots are tender, stirring occasionally and adding more water by tablespoonfuls if dry, about 25 minutes. Add 1/4 cup butter. Use potato masher to mash carrots coarsely. Stir potatoes into carrots. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)
  • Stir honey and vinegar in small saucepan to blend. Add walnuts and boil until sauce is thick and syrupy, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Cool slightly. Season with salt.
  • Rewarm potato-carrot mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently. Transfer to bowl, spoon walnuts with syrup over, and serve.

MASHED GARLIC CARROTS



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I came up with this alternative after trying ladypits wonderful mashed spiced carrots recipe #75554. I was delighted by the taste and texture and wondered how it would be with a more savory flavor. This is a hit for me as well. I liked them both so much I have made extra to feed to my freezer.

Provided by Kanzeda

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 cups sliced carrots (1/4 inch thick)
3 cloves garlic (roasted)
2 tablespoons vegetable stock
1 teaspoon dried thyme
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Steam the carrots until cooked through (I usually like them crisp in the center, but that will not work here).
  • Mash the carrots with a fork or potato masher and add the roasted garlic.
  • Add the stock and the thyme and mix well.
  • Add your salt and pepper to taste.
  • Simply multiply recipe for bulk/freezer cooking.

MASHED POTATOES WITH CARROTS



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When it comes to comfort foods, few can beat that perennial American favorite, mashed potatoes. But it's easy to put a more healthful spin on the old spud by adding colorful carrots to the mix. Found on Americasheartland website

Provided by Shirl

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 potatoes, red works best
4 carrots, peeled and chopped
1/4 cup onion, diced and sauted
1/4 cup milk, warmed
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup cream cheese (softened, at room temperature)
1 teaspoon parsley, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, roasted crushed
salt and pepper
ground nutmeg, to sprinkle on top (optional)

Steps:

  • Boil the potatoes and carrots together for about 15 minutes,(Don't over-boil them because the consistency becomes too pasty.
  • You can leave the potato peels on if you like but we think this works better with red potatoes than with russets.
  • Drain the potatoes. Put into a large ceramic or glass bowl. Add the sautéed onion, warm milk, unsalted butter, cream cheese, parsley, garlic, salt and pepper. Mash with a fork, electric mixer or hand blender, or use one of those old-fashioned potato mashers (also called a "ricer").
  • In our house we go easy on the salt and heavier on the carrots, adding a couple more to the mix. This recipe is good with any kind of potato, but we prefer red-skinned and leave the peels on.
  • Tip: In order to blend the flavors together more thoroughly, put the bowl (make sure it's oven-safe) into a 300-degree oven for ten to fifteen minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.3, Fat 8.7, SaturatedFat 5.5, Cholesterol 24.3, Sodium 93.8, Carbohydrate 22.7, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.4

MASHED CARROTS



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I make this recipe for parties, potlucks and special get togethers. It is very easy and every time I make it, I am asked for the recipe!

Provided by tedtam

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 lbs carrots, cooked
8 ounces butter
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons onion salt
2 teaspoons sugar
16 ounces whipping cream (approximately)
2 1/2 cups Ritz crackers, crushed

Steps:

  • Cut carrots and boil in salted water until tender.
  • Transfer carrots to mixing bowl, add 6 ounces (1 1/2 sticks) of butter, salts, sugar and whipping cream. Mash as you would for mashed potatoes.
  • Place mashed carrots in 13 X 9 pyrex dish.
  • Cut 1/2 stick of butter into pieces and place on top of carrots.
  • Top with crushed Ritz crackers.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 25 minutes.

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