Best 6 Mashed Potato Monster Faces Recipes

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Mashed potato monster faces are a fun and easy way to get kids excited about eating their vegetables. This versatile dish can be tailored to fit any dietary needs, making it a great option for families with picky eaters. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a variety of silly and spooky faces that will have your kids begging for more. So gather up your potatoes, butter, milk, and seasonings, and get ready to make some monster mash!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MASHED POTATO MONSTER FACES



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Corn kernels, green onion curls, and other tidbits turn into wickedly funny faces on ready-made mashed potatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup milk
2 cups water
3 tablespoons margarine or butter
1 pouch (4.7 oz) Betty Crocker™ homestyle creamy butter mashed potatoes
Eyes: peas, corn kernels, mushrooms, olive halves
Eyelashes: herbs
Eyebrows: ripe olive slices, zigzag-cut bell pepper
Nose: pickle, sliced radish
Teeth: carrot wedges
Mouth: red bell pepper slice
Ears: corn kernels, broccoli florets
Hair: shredded cheese, broccoli florets, shredded carrots, green onion curls

Steps:

  • In 2-quart saucepan, heat milk, water and margarine to a rapid boil over medium-high heat (watch carefully to avoid boilover).
  • Remove from heat. Stir in potatoes just until well blended. Let stand 4 to 5 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Meanwhile, cut 4 pieces plastic wrap, about 9x12 inches each. Line insides of 4 (6-oz) custard cups with plastic wrap; spray with cooking spray. Divide potatoes evenly among custard cups. Press firmly; turn upside down onto individual serving plates.
  • Remove plastic wrap from each potato mound; choose from suggested ingredients above to make faces. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220, Carbohydrate 28 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (Prepared Potatoes Only), Sodium 720 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

MONSTER MASHED POTATOES



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grotesquely delicious halloween mashed potato recipe. if you cannot use purple potatoes, use red and blue food coloring to dye them. carrots or squash can be used instead of sweet potatoes. spinach, peas, broccoflower, or lima beans work well as a green ingredient. got off of perfectentertaining.com

Provided by katemonster8

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 lb cooked and mashed white potato
1/2 lb cooked and mashed purple potatoes
1/2 lb cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
1 lb cooked and pureed broccoli
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
salt
pepper
nutmeg

Steps:

  • place each vegetable in a separate bowl.
  • add 2 tablespoons butter, 2 tablespoons cream, salt, pepper, and nutmeg to taste to each bowl.
  • in a large bowl, gently swirl the 4 vegetable mixtures together, making sure each color remains distinct in areas.
  • serve hot.

CLASSIC MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Time 28m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds boiling potatoes, such as Yukon Gold
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cups whole milk
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes, cut them into 1-inch cubes and place them in a large pot of boiling salted water. Simmer uncovered for 10 to 12 minutes, until the potatoes are tender. Drain the potatoes in a colander and then return them to the pot.
  • Meanwhile, heat the milk and butter in a small saucepan until the butter is melted.
  • Using a hand held mixer, break the potatoes up and at low speed slowly add the hot milk/butter mixture to make the potatoes very creamy. Add the sour cream, 2 teaspoons of salt and the pepper and whisk to combine. Serve hot.

ULTIMATE MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Ultimate Mashed Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

Who doesn't love potatoes? I mean, come on. Fry 'em, dice 'em, slice 'em, or bake 'em, there's nothing better than a well-seasoned iteration of a potato. This time, we're mashing 'em. And not only are we mashing them, we're loading 'em up with all sorts of tantalizing flavors to give you, what we proudly call, the Ultimate Mashed Potato. It's an experience, trust us.

Provided by Jody Tixier

Categories     Sides

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lb yukon gold potato
½ cup whole milk
½ cup heavy cream
8 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup unsalted butter, cubed, cold
2 teaspoons kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
chive, finely chopped, for serving

Steps:

  • On a cutting board, peel the potatoes. Place the potatoes in a large bowl of cold water after peeling to avoid discoloration.
  • Cut the potatoes into 1-inch (2 cm) cubes.
  • Add the potatoes to a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 12 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan, bring the milk, heavy cream, and garlic to a simmer over low heat.
  • Remove the pot from the heat and strain the cream through a fine mesh sieve.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander and transfer back to the pot.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher, potato ricer, or by pushing through a fine mesh sieve with a spatula.
  • Add the cubed cold butter and salt. Stir to combine.
  • Gradually add the cream mixture to the potatoes, little by little, until fully incorporated.
  • Top with freshly ground black pepper and sprinkle with chives and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 4 grams

MONSTER MASHED POTATOES



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Make and share this Monster Mashed Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CarmsLilCook

Categories     Potato

Time 15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 lb baby red potato
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1/4 cup hot vegetable broth
1/4 cup light cream
1 tablespoon butter
1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Boil some water in a large pot. Make sure you salt the water.
  • Wash potatoes.
  • Cut potatoes in half unless they're tiny, then leave whole.
  • Boil potatoes about 12 minutes or until they're tender.
  • Drain water from the pot and put potatoes back into the pot.
  • Add broth, butter, cream, and pesto.
  • Smash the potatoes with the skin on. They'll be chunky.
  • Add in salt, pepper, and cheese to taste.
  • Yum.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183.1, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 5.1, Cholesterol 25, Sodium 211.2, Carbohydrate 21.5, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 1.2, Protein 6.1

CREAMY AND DECADENT MASHED POTATOES RECIPE BY TASTY



Creamy And Decadent Mashed Potatoes Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: russet potato, bay leaves, garlic, fresh rosemary, fresh thyme, heavy cream, whole milk, unsalted butter, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Sides

Yield 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 lb russet potato, peeled and cut into large chunks
2 bay leaves
2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
2 sprigs fresh thyme, plus more for garnish
3 cups heavy cream
3 cups whole milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, cubed
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Add the potatoes, bay leaves, garlic, rosemary, and thyme to a large pot. Pour in the cream and milk, bring to a simmer over medium heat, and cook until the potatoes are fork-tender, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes, reserving the cooking liquid, and discard the herbs and garlic. Press the potatoes through a potato ricer into a large bowl.
  • Add about 1½ cups of the reserved cooking liquid to the potatoes and stir until creamy. Add the butter, salt, and pepper, and stir to incorporate.
  • Garnish with thyme leaves, if desired.
  • Note: You can save any extra cooking liquid and use it to rehydrate leftover mashed potatoes the next day.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 529 calories, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 9 grams, Sugar 8 grams

Tips

  • Select the right potatoes: Choose starchy potatoes like russet or Yukon Gold for a smooth and fluffy mash.
  • Cook the potatoes properly: Boil the potatoes until they are fork-tender but not overcooked. Overcooked potatoes will become gluey.
  • Mash the potatoes thoroughly: Use a potato ricer or masher to achieve a smooth and lump-free consistency.
  • Season the potatoes generously: Add plenty of butter, milk, salt, and pepper to taste. You can also add herbs, spices, or cheese for extra flavor.
  • Let the potatoes cool slightly before shaping: This will make them easier to handle and less likely to fall apart.
  • Be creative with the faces: Use different toppings and decorations to create fun and unique monster faces.

Conclusion

Mashed potato monster faces are a fun and easy way to add some Halloween spirit to your dinner table. They are also a great way to get kids involved in the cooking process. With a little creativity, you can create all sorts of different monster faces, from silly and goofy to scary and spooky. So get creative and have fun with it!

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