Spinach-Infused Mashed Potatoes

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This recipe brings the advantages of spinach into the world of the popular, well loved mashed potato!

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Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper

  • ½ cup diced yellow bell pepper

  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 3 ounces baby spinach leaves

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 2 tablespoons bacon bits

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • ½ cup cream

  • salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.

  2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the red and yellow bell pepper, and cook until the peppers begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the flour, and cook for 3 minutes more. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 15 minutes. Season to taste with black pepper.

  3. Once the potatoes have finished draining, return them to the pot along with the baby spinach, Parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and garlic; mash until smooth. Fold in the butter and cream until incorporated and season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve the mashed potatoes alongside the bell pepper gravy.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

301 Calories
16g Fat
32g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 301
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 9g 44%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 231mg 10%
Total Carbohydrate 32g 12%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 8g 16%
Vitamin C 72mg 80%
Calcium 125mg 10%
Iron 2mg 11%
Potassium 767mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.