Mashed Potatoes with Root Vegetables

Prep time: 25 minutes   

Cook time: 25 minutes  

3 lbs. Yukon Gold or red potatoes, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks

1 lb. turnips, peeled and cubed

1 lb. parsnips, peeled and sliced

2 cups light or regular sour cream

1 (8-oz.) package 1/3 less fat cream cheese

1/3 cup butter

2 teaspoons garlic or sea salt or to taste

Smoked pepper to taste

Chopped fresh thyme or parsley to taste

Place potatoes and vegetables in a large pot fitted with a steamer basket and add 1-inch of water. Bring to a boil and steam for 15 to 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft when pierced with a knife. Transfer to a large bowl and mash to your liking, chunky or smooth. Stir in remaining ingredients. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. May be prepared 2 to 3 days ahead and stored tightly covered in the refrigerator. Add milk or vegetable broth to thin as necessary when reheating. Makes 16 servings. 

Mashed Potatoes and Root Vegetables

Prepare potato recipe as directed above but reduce potatoes to 3 lbs. and add 1 lb. peeled and cubed turnips and 1 lb. peeled and cubed parsnips. Season with McCormick Smokehouse Black Pepper and stir in chopped fresh parsley or thyme to taste. 

Rosemary and Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Cook and mash potatoes as directed above omitting cream cheese. Use plain nonfat yogurt in place of sour cream and extra virgin olive oil in place of butter. Stir in

3/4 cup thinly sliced green onions, 1/2 cup chopped Christopher Ranch Roasted Garlic and 1/4 cup snipped fresh rosemary. Season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground pepper.

Nutritional analysis per serving:

Calories: 220, Fat: 4.5g, Saturated Fat: 0.5g, Cholesterol: 0mg, Sodium: 2002mg, Carbohydrates: 40g, Fiber: 4g, Sugar: 4g, Protein: 6g, Weight Watchers Points: 

TATER TIPS

• All of these recipes may be prepared up to 3 days in advance. Cover and reheat in the microwave, cooking and stirring for about 8 to 10 minutes or until hot. 
  

• We’ve tried to keep these recipes on the healthier side, not loading them up with extra butter and salt. If you looking for indulgence for your holiday meal, feel free to add more of these to taste.
  

• Mashed potatoes with small chunks of potatoes are perfectly acceptable. If you prefer extra creamy potatoes, mash well. Resist the temptation to use your mixer. Over mixing causes the potatoes to become very sticky and gummy.