LIGHT 'N' CREAMY MASHED POTATOES

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You'd never know that these mashed potatoes are on the lighter side. Garlic and chives season them nicely while sour cream and cream cheese add richness. They're special enough for company. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 cups quartered peeled potatoes (about 3 pounds)
4 ounces fat-free cream cheese, cubed
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1/2 cup fat-free milk
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon minced chives
Dash paprika

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender. Drain. , In a large bowl, mash the potatoes. Add the cream cheese, sour cream, milk, salt, garlic powder and pepper; beat until smooth. Stir in chives. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 322mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

DeJuan Turrentine
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This recipe is way too complicated. I'm going to find a simpler one.


Rohan Raj
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I've never had mashed potatoes with cream cheese in them. I'm not sure how I feel about that.


Ashraf Baloch
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This recipe seems like it would be a lot of work. I'm not sure if it's worth it.


Omran Malik
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I'm not sure about the addition of sour cream. I might try it without it.


Kareem Baksh
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I'm not a big fan of mashed potatoes, but this recipe might change my mind.


Haliimah Nattu
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This recipe is very similar to the one my grandmother used to make. I can't wait to try it.


LA HUE SUH HEIR
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I'm going to try this recipe for my Thanksgiving dinner. I'm sure my family will love it.


Donna Foley
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I'm always looking for new mashed potato recipes. This one sounds like a keeper.


Reuben Alex
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This recipe looks delicious. I'm going to make it for my next dinner party.


Hamim Hasnat
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I can't wait to try this recipe.


Patricia Upatoff
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These mashed potatoes are the best I've ever had.


Nelio Antonio
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I've been making these mashed potatoes for years and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


Mel B
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These mashed potatoes are a must-have for any holiday meal.


Kyleigh Hogan
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I love these mashed potatoes! They're always a hit at my dinner parties.


Elizabeth Tavira
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These mashed potatoes are the perfect comfort food. They're creamy, flavorful, and so easy to make.


Rajesh kumar Sahani
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I made these mashed potatoes for a potluck and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Mehmood Akhtar
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These mashed potatoes were easy to make and turned out great. I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were so creamy and delicious.


Reane Van aardt
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I've tried many mashed potato recipes, but this one is by far the best. The potatoes are perfectly cooked and the sauce is creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Beeni Sahib
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These mashed potatoes were a hit at our Thanksgiving dinner! They were light and fluffy, with a creamy texture and a delicious flavor. Everyone raved about them.