Potatoes + Yogurt + Spices and Herbs? This Mash was Meant to Be.
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs gold, red, or white, or sweet potatoes, washed and cut into 2" pieces
- ½ stick or 2 oz. unsalted butter, softened, cut into 2 Tbsp pieces
- ½ cup or 4 oz. plain low-fat yogurt
- 2 tablespoons 1% milk, or more to adjust for desired texture
OPTIONAL
- 1 tablespoon salt, used in boiling water
- Fresh herbs or spices like garlic powder and rosemary
Directions
- In a large pot, combine potatoes with cold water until covered by 1 to 2 inches of water. Add 1 Tbsp of salt (optional) and bring water to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer until a fork can easily pierce one of the larger potato pieces. Drain potatoes in a strainer and return them to the hot pot.
- Set back on burner (turned off) and allow to steam for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to help dry potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes with a masher. Add in half of the butter and stir gently, add the remaining butter, yogurt, and milk.
- Stir until butter is melted and adjust to desired texture with additional dairy. Season to taste
*Adapted from UMaine Extension Mashed Potatoes
*Nutrition label does not include optional ingredients