Mashed Potatoes with Toppers

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 11
Mashed Potatoes with Toppers - A Perfect Comfort Food
in Comfort

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 2/3 cups water
2/3 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
2 2/3 cups potatoes buds instant mashed potatoes ( dry )
1/2 teaspoon salt ( Or make your favorite Mashed potatoes )
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup basil pesto
2 tablespoons chopped drained roasted red peppers , from 7 ounce jar
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
1 can chili beans , in sauce undrained
1 can salsa-style diced tomatoes with green chilies , undrained
1/2 cup shredded colby-monterey jack cheese
2 medium green onions , sliced

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
450
Sugar
6g
Fat
24g
Mashed Potatoes with Toppers is a delicious spin on the classic side dish. The creamy, buttery potatoes mixed with sour cream and basil pesto create a luscious base to pile on a multitude of toppings. The added chili beans and salsa have a warm, satisfying flavor that few dishes can match. This meal is perfect when you want something comforting, flavorful, and easy to make.

Instructions

1.In a large saucepan, bring water, milk, and butter to a boil.
2.Remove from heat, stir in potato flakes and salt.
3.Add sour cream and pesto; mix well.
4.Spoon into a serving dish and create a well in the center.
5.Spoon chili beans into the well.
6.Top chili beans with roasted red peppers, olives, salsa, and cheese.
7.Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.
8.Sprinkle with green onions.
9.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food that almost everyone loves.

With added flavors from sour cream, pesto, and cheese, this dish is a real winner.

Topped with chili beans, roasted red peppers, and olives, this dish is hearty and satisfying.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, saturated fat, and sodium that can impact one’s health if regularly consumed.

Also, this dish can’t be stored in the fridge for long as it contains chili beans and is best consumed fresh.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a great source of vitamin C, potassium, and fiber, which helps in keeping you healthy, and the red peppers, olives, and pesto provide additional nutrients and antioxidants.
However, excessive consumption of this dish should be avoided as it is high in calories and sodium.

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