Champit Tatties: Scottish Mashed Potatoes

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 19
Champit Tatties: Scottish Mashed Potatoes with a Twist
in Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 -6 medium potatoes , peeled and cubed
1/3 - 3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
salt & fresh ground pepper , to taste
3 tablespoons nonfat sour cream
fresh curly-leaf parsley , snipped for garnish ( optional )
skirlie oats ( fine or medium oatmeal ) ( optional )
crumbled crisp bacon ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
158
Sugar
1g
Fat
3g
Champit Tatties is a comfort food from Scotland that combines mashed potatoes with sour cream, chives, and a variety of optional toppings for a festive and flavorful side dish. Unlike traditional mashed potatoes, Champit Tatties packs a punch with its balancing mix of flavors and crunchiness. In addition, the traditional garnish of skirlie oats and bacon adds texture and depth to the dish. Champit Tatties can be served with a wide range of entrees, from meats to veggies, and is ideal for cold winter nights or special occasions.

Instructions

1.Peel and cube the potatoes and place them in a pot of water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the potatoes until they are soft, for about 20-25 minutes.
2.Drain the potatoes and reserve about 1/4 cup of the cooking water.
3.Add the butter, nonfat sour cream, chives, salt, and pepper to the pot with the potatoes and mash them until they reach the desired consistency. If the potatoes are too dry, add some of the reserved cooking water.
4.Serve the mashed potatoes hot, garnished with snipped parsley and optional toppings such as skirlie oats and crumbled bacon.

PROS

Champit Tatties adds flavor and texture to mashed potatoes with the addition of chives, sour cream, and optional toppings such as skirlie oats and bacon.

It is a versatile side dish that complements various main courses and can be customized to individual preferences.

CONS

Mashed potatoes are relatively high in carbohydrates and calories and may not be suitable for people on a low-carb or low-calorie diet.

Over-mashed potatoes may become gluey and lose their texture.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Potatoes are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, fiber, and antioxidants. They may help support heart health, digestion, and immune function.
Sour cream provides protein, calcium, and probiotics, which support gut health and immunity. Chives are a good source of vitamins A and C and minerals such as iron and calcium.

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