Confetti Mashed Potatoes
Brighten up your dinner table with Confetti Mashed Potatoes, a vibrant twist on the classic comfort food! This recipe combines creamy, buttery mashed russet potatoes with a colorful medley of sautéed carrots, red bell peppers, and fresh green onions, creating a side dish that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. The addition of whole milk and unsalted butter ensures a luxuriously smooth texture, while freshly chopped parsley provides the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dish is ideal for holidays, weeknight dinners, or any time you crave a flavorful and visually stunning accompaniment. Perfectly seasoned and bursting with color, these festive mashed potatoes are a guaranteed hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 medium Carrots
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 3 stalks Green onions
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups Whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Peel and chop the russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks for even cooking.
Place the potatoes into a large pot, cover with cold water, and add a big pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Dice the carrots and red bell pepper into small, even pieces. Finely slice the green onions and chop the parsley.
In a small skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the diced carrots and red bell pepper, and sauté for 5 minutes, until slightly softened and vibrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them well and return them to the pot. Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter, warm milk, salt, and black pepper.
Using a potato masher or a hand mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth and creamy. Adjust the milk if needed to reach your desired consistency.
Gently fold in the sautéed carrots and bell pepper, as well as the sliced green onions. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color.
Serve warm and enjoy your Confetti Mashed Potatoes as a hearty, festive side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1602 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.8 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.4 g | 152% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 139 mg | 46% | |
| Sodium | 2666 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 257.8 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.0 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 417 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 6884 mg | 146% | |
*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.
