Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes
Upgrade your mashed potatoes with cottage cheese! Creamy, delicious, and packed with protein. Perfect for holidays or busy weeknights.
Servings: 6
Calories: 195kcal
Equipment
- large pot
- Potatoe Masher
- Serving Dish
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt for boiling water
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup milk adjust for desired consistency
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the cottage cheese, butter, and garlic powder (if using). Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the consistency with the milk if needed.
- Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with parsley, if desired. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 195kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 637mg | Potassium: 694mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 296IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 1mg