Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes ‘n Roasted Fennel #5FIX

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 0

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes ‘n Roasted Fennel #5FIX recipe

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 large fennel bulb
	2 tablespoons grapeseed oil ( roasted garlic flavor )
	1/2 teaspoon kosher salt , plus extra to taste
	24 ounces Simply Potatoes Traditional Mashed Potatoes
	4 tablespoons light cream , heated to very warm

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

290

Sugar

Fat

12g

Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes ‘n Roasted Fennel #5FIX is a simple and delicious side dish that is perfect for any meal. The creamy mashed potatoes are paired with roasted fennel, which adds a unique flavor and texture to the dish. Fennel is a vegetable that is commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine and has a slightly sweet, licorice-like flavor. When roasted, it becomes tender and caramelized, making it a perfect addition to this dish. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and it is a great way to add some variety to your meals.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F.
2.	Wash the fennel bulb, trim the top, and cut into quarters.
3.	In a bowl, toss the fennel with 2 tablespoons of roasted garlic grapeseed oil and a 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt.
4.	Roast fennel in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until browned and tender, turning once halfway through.
5.	While the fennel roasts, heat the Simply Potatoes Traditional Mashed Potatoes according to package directions.
6.	When heated, mix in 4 tablespoons of very warm light cream and season with salt to taste.
7.	Serve the mashed potatoes topped with the roasted fennel.

PROS

This recipe is quick and easy to make with only a handful of ingredients.

The combination of the creamy mashed potatoes and the roasted fennel creates a delicious side dish that pairs well with meat or fish.

Fennel is a great source of fiber, vitamin C, and other antioxidants.

CONS

This recipe may be high in calories, especially if a lot of cream is used in the mashed potatoes.

While fennel has many health benefits, some people may not enjoy its licorice-like flavor.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Fennel is a great source of fiber, vitamin C, and other antioxidants, which can help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation.
Mashed potatoes can also provide some nutritional benefits, including potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin B6. However, they should be enjoyed in moderation as they can be high in calories and carbohydrates.