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Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Fresh Leek Sprigs

Creamy mashed potatoes with fresh leek sprigs, a simple and comforting side dish.

Creamy Mashed Potatoes with Fresh Leek Sprigs

Delicious creamy mashed potatoes with fresh leek sprigs. Easy to make, perfect as a comforting side dish.

Recipe Details

Prep time
10m
Cook time
20m
Rest time
0s
Total time
30m

Ingredients

Servings:
1
  • 250 g peeled russet potatoes
  • 50 ml whole milk
  • 15 g unsalted butter
  • 10 g fresh leek sprigs
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper ground

Origins

International

Instructions

  1. Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks about 2 cm each.
  2. Place the potato chunks into a pot and cover with cold water by 2 cm.
  3. Add a pinch of salt to the water and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and simmer the potatoes until tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.
  5. While potatoes cook, wash the fresh leek sprigs thoroughly and chop them finely.
  6. Drain the cooked potatoes well and return them to the pot off the heat.
  7. Add the unsalted butter to the hot potatoes and mash them using a potato masher until smooth.
  8. Warm the whole milk slightly in a small saucepan or microwave until lukewarm.
  9. Gradually add the warm milk to the mashed potatoes, stirring to achieve a creamy consistency.
  10. Mix in the chopped fresh leek sprigs and season with a pinch of black pepper and additional salt if needed.
  11. Serve the creamy mashed potatoes hot, garnished with a few extra leek sprigs for presentation.

Tips

  • Use warm milk to keep the potatoes hot and creamy.
  • Do not over mash to avoid gluey texture.
  • Fresh leek adds a mild onion flavor; adjust quantity to taste.

Serving Suggestions

  • grilled chicken breast
  • steamed green beans
  • roasted carrots

Enjoy this creamy mashed potatoes with fresh leek sprigs as a comforting and flavorful side to your favorite main dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Estimated values per 100g.

  • Fiber (g): 1.5
  • Sodium (g): 0.1
  • Sugar (g): 1
  • Fat (g): 2.5
  • Carbohydrates (g): 15
  • Protein (g): 2
  • Calories: 90
  • Cholesterol (g): 0.05
  • Saturated Fat (g): 1.5

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