Spinach and Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your mashed potato game with this indulgent Spinach and Cheese Mashed Potatoes recipe! Creamy, cheesy, and packed with the goodness of baby spinach, this dish is the perfect harmony of comfort and sophistication. Tender potatoes are mashed to silky perfection with a blend of unsalted butter and milk, then infused with sautéed garlic and wilted spinach for a burst of flavor and nutrients. A generous mix of shredded cheddar and parmesan cheeses takes these mashed potatoes to new heights of savory richness. Seasoned with just the right touch of salt and pepper, every bite is irresistibly smooth and satisfying. Ideal as a hearty side dish for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners, this recipe is simple to prepare yet undeniably impressive. Keywords: spinach mashed potatoes, cheesy mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, easy side dish, potato recipe with cheese.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lb potatoes
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup milk
- 3 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 8 cups water
Instructions
Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks to ensure even cooking.
Bring 8 cups of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a pinch of salt and the potato chunks.
Reduce the heat to medium and cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the baby spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring frequently, until wilted (about 3-4 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them thoroughly and return them to the pot.
Add the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter and mash the potatoes using a potato masher or a hand mixer.
Slowly add the milk, little by little, mashing until the desired creamy consistency is achieved.
Mix in the sautéed spinach, shredded cheddar cheese, and parmesan cheese.
Season the mashed potatoes with salt and black pepper to taste.
Place the pot back on low heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring gently, to melt the cheeses fully and incorporate all ingredients.
Serve warm as a delicious and hearty side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1891 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 95.2 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.5 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 278 mg | 93% | |
| Sodium | 3521 mg | 153% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 208.6 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.6 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 66.1 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1546 mg | 119% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 5094 mg | 108% | |
*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.
