Low Fat Classic Mashed Potatoes with Butter
Discover the ultimate comfort food made lighter with this delicious recipe for Low Fat Classic Mashed Potatoes with Butter. Featuring creamy Russet potatoes, low-fat milk, and a touch of unsalted butter, this dish delivers all the indulgent flavors of traditional mashed potatoes without the extra calories. Enhanced with a hint of garlic powder and a sprinkle of ground black pepper, these potatoes are irresistibly smooth and perfectly seasoned. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners, holiday feasts, or any occasion that calls for a healthier take on a classic side dish. Garnished with fresh parsley for added flair, these wholesome mashed potatoes are sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Perfect for SEO keywords like "low-fat mashed potatoes," "healthy comfort food," and "easy potato recipes."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Low-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks (about 2 inches).
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover them with cold water, adding 1 teaspoon of salt to the water to season the potatoes as they cook.
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are tender and can be easily pierced with a fork.
While the potatoes are boiling, heat the low-fat milk in a small saucepan over low heat, keeping it warm until needed.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot.
Add the unsalted butter to the hot potatoes. Use a potato masher or a handheld electric mixer to begin mashing the potatoes.
Gradually add the warm milk while continuing to mash the potatoes until they reach your desired level of smoothness.
Season the mashed potatoes with ground black pepper and garlic powder. Taste and adjust salt and seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if using.
Serve immediately, savoring the creamy texture and delightful flavors of these low-fat classic mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.8 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 76 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2582 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.5 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 377 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 5127 mg | 109% | |
*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.
