November 25: Find a New Way to Look at Mashed Potatoes this Thanksgiving
Whether preferred with butter, gravy or a pinch of black pepper, few people skimp on mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving! Potatoes are a New World food that took the European continent by storm after the Spanish Conquistadors discovered them in Peru in 1536. As a root vegetable native the Americas, potatoes were very likely on the menu of the original Thanksgiving.
While normally a comfort food, these online food recipes show new food styling for the humble mashed potatoes. Adding cheese, herbs, spices, or alternatives to butter can change the flavor and the texture for an all-new side dish this year. Garlic is a popular option but bacon and sour cream opens possibilities for baked potato flavor without dealing with a potato skin. If you make the right combination, your guests may avoid the gravy and consider the mashed potatoes adequate on their own!
Spicy Chicken Breasts on mashed Potatoes
A spicy marinade and Sauce for Chicken Breast Fillets, served on a bed of mashed Potatoes and Vegetables
by Pane-Bistecca
Gram's Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Gram’s creamy mashed potatoes are so thick and creamy from the super whipped potatoes and cream cheese, and a little tangy from the sour cream! The perfect side dish for any meal!
by showmetheyummy
Smashed Potatoes - Asian Style
A great way to incorporate potatoes into an Asian-inspired meal. This dish pairs well with bamboo steamed fish and teriyaki chicken...
by BMSustenance
All-Natural Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Ultimate garlic mashed potatoes that will make your mom say wow! All natural and organic ingredients.
by eatrealstaysane
Dutch meatballs with mashed potatoes
Enjoy this old school recipe for Dutch meatballs with mashed potatoes on the side. Easy to make and serves up to 4 people.
by ohmydish
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Roasted garlic replaces butter in these healthy spuds. Vegan options.
by Eat Healthy
Mashed Potatoes with Mushroom Meat Sauce
Savory mashed potatoes in a creamy and delicious mushroom meat sauce. Ready in 30 minutes and SO good. Budget friendly too!
by TheChoppingBlogs
Mashed Potato Bowl
Creamy mashed potatoes topped with crispy chicken, corn, & cheese, drizzled with warm gravy.
by TheChoppingBlogs
Leftover mashed potato pancakes
Use your Thanksgiving leftover mashed potatoes to make these fluffy and cheesy mashed potato pancakes!
by cma0425
Loaded Mashed Potato Cakes
Give your leftover Thanksgiving mashed potatoes a new twist with these potato cakes.
by tastefullygf
Crock Pot Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Make a big batch of these crock pot creamy mashed potatoes because you can freeze the leftovers. A delicious recipe that is perfect for entertaining.
by Dinnermom
Mashed Potatoes in a Crock Pot
Take stress out of the holiday meal. Keep your mashed potatoes warm in your slow cooker.
by jenniferskitchen
Family Favorite Mashed Potatoes
This simple twist on mashed potatoes makes them even smoother and creamier.
by tastefullygf
Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
These delicious mashed potatoes only taste like they're fattening.
by LisaGCooks