Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes Florentine
Elevate your mashed potato game with this decadent recipe for Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes Florentine. Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes are mashed to perfection with rich butter and velvety heavy cream, then infused with the bold, tangy flavor of crumbled blue cheese. A generous helping of garlicky sautéed baby spinach adds a vibrant, earthy twist, making this side dish both indulgent and nutrient-packed. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a cozy family dinner or an upscale holiday spread. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh chives for an elegant garnish that ties the flavors together. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, these gourmet mashed potatoes will leave everyone asking for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Crumbled blue cheese
- 3 cups Fresh baby spinach
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Optional chopped chives
Instructions
Peel and cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the butter and mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a ricer until smooth.
Gently warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave, then stir it into the mashed potatoes.
Fold in the blue cheese and sautéed spinach until fully incorporated. Season with the remaining teaspoon of salt and the black pepper.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and, if desired, garnish with chopped chives for a fresh finish.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 177.2 g | 227% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.7 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 449 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 6552 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 170.7 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 47.3 g | 95% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 846 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 4517 mg | 96% | |
*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.
