Description
This Pumpkin-Potato Mash is a delightful twist on traditional mashed potatoes, adding the rich flavor of pumpkin to create a creamy and flavorful side dish that is perfect for fall gatherings or Thanksgiving dinner.
Ingredients
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Potato Mash:
- 1 ½ pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk (or more as needed)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Pumpkin Puree Blend:
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Boil chopped potatoes in salted water until fork-tender. Drain and return to pot.
- Mash Potatoes: Add butter, mash until smooth.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in pumpkin, milk, salt, pepper, nutmeg. Mix until creamy.
- Adjust Consistency: Add more milk if needed. Season to taste.
- Serve: Sprinkle with chives before serving.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use half-and-half or heavy cream.
- Enhance with roasted garlic or maple syrup.
- Pair with roasted turkey, chicken, or pork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¾ cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
