A colorful and healthy twist on your regular mashed potatoes! This green vegetable mash is a perfect addition to any meal, offering a fresh, creamy texture with the goodness of herbs and cheese.
Mashed Potatoes Recipe
A delightful, creamy vegetable mash that’s perfect for any meal. This Mashed Potatoes blends the goodness of potatoes, Parmesan, and fresh parsley for a delicious, vibrant side dish.
Ingredients:
- 2.2 lbs (1 kg) potatoes
- ¼ cup (2 oz) milk
- 2 tbsp Parmesan cheese
- 5 sprigs fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Peel and dice the potatoes into cubes. Boil them in salted water until tender.
Drain the potatoes and mash them using a hand mixer or potato masher.
Add hot milk and a bit of butter for a creamy texture.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley. Mix well and season to taste.
Pea Mash
A delicious and creamy pea mash, perfect as a side dish to complement chicken, steak, or any main course. This dish is simple, flavorful, and a great way to enjoy peas.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (about 2 cups) fresh peas
- 1 medium onion, peeled
- 1 tbsp margarine
- 1 tbsp flour
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Place the peas in a pot and cover with water. Add the whole peeled onion. Cook until the peas are tender.
- Drain the peas, remove the onion, and mash the peas until smooth.
- In a pan, heat margarine and sauté the flour and minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the mashed peas and, if necessary, some of the cooking water to reach your desired consistency. Stir well and cook on low heat for about 15 more minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve this creamy pea mash as a perfect side dish with roasted chicken, steaks, or any grilled meats.
Creamy Spinach Mash
A delicious and creamy spinach mash that makes the perfect side dish to any meal. This simple recipe combines fresh spinach with a rich, buttery texture, creating a nutritious and flavorful option.
Ingredients:
- 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) spinach, cleaned and washed
- 1 tbsp lard (or butter)
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cups (½ liter) milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Remove the stems and tough parts of the spinach, then wash the leaves in several changes of water.
- Bring 3-4 cups of water to a boil in a large pot, then add a pinch of salt and the spinach. Cook for a few minutes, then drain well.
- Once drained, either mash the spinach or finely chop it with a knife.
- In a pan, heat the lard (or butter) and sauté the flour and minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
- Add the spinach, chopped garlic, and butter, then stir for a minute. Gradually add the milk while stirring the mash until it reaches the desired consistency.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
