LOW-FAT MASHED POTATOES WITH GRAVY

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Low-Fat Mashed Potatoes with Gravy image

Try these low-fat potatoes and gravy with your next meal -- you'll be pleasantly surprised.

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Categories     Potatoes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 lb russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1/2 c fat-free milk
2 Tbsp butter, melted
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper (or more to taste - i like more pepper)
FOR THE GRAVY
4 c fat-free, reduced sodium beef or chicken broth
3 Tbsp cornstarch
1/4 c water
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/4 tsp pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a large stockpot, add potatoes to salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for approx. 15 minutes or until potatoes are fork tender. Drain thoroughly and return to the pot.
  • 2. Mash potatoes with a masher or electric mixer until all lumps are gone. Add the milk, butter, salt & pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and fluffy.
  • 3. For the gravy: Bring the broth to a boil in a medium saucepan. Boil for approx 10 minutes, or until reduced by one third.
  • 4. In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water and mix well. Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the hot broth, stirring constantly. Reduce heat to low and continue cooking, stirring constantly for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Add the thyme and pepper - adjust seasoning as needed. Stir well.
  • 5. To serve, top each serving of mashed potatoes with gravy or serve the potatoes with the gravy on the side.

Ramala bhandari
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Jason Childers Gaming Channel
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Not my favorite mashed potato recipe.


mujahid hussain channa
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Meh.


Abduselam Taye
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Overall, I thought these mashed potatoes were just okay. I probably won't make them again.


usman arshad
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The gravy was a bit too thick for my liking.


Tina Sijale
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These mashed potatoes were a bit too bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more salt and pepper next time.


alloys ogamba
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I'm not a huge fan of mashed potatoes, but I really enjoyed these. They were light and fluffy, and the gravy was delicious.


keffini
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The gravy is the perfect addition to these mashed potatoes. It's rich and flavorful, and it really takes the dish to the next level.


Ariyan Alvi
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These mashed potatoes are so easy to make. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and forget about it.


Nadeem Rana
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I was skeptical about low-fat mashed potatoes, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were just as creamy and flavorful as the regular kind.


Shamina Nakimuli
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I've tried many mashed potato recipes, but this one is definitely my favorite. The gravy is especially delicious.


Johour Mollah
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These mashed potatoes were a hit! My family loved them.