Mashed Potatoes with Spinach
These creamy potatoes get an earthy note from the fresh spinach. A hint of nutmeg is the surprise ingredient that balances the seasonings and makes this a stand out side.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 people
Ingredients
- 4-6 potatoes, cut into medium chunks
- 1 10 ounce package of baby spinach
- 1/4 cup butter or parve margarine
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or whole milk or non dairy creamer
- 1 tsp. Kosher salt to taste
- 1/4 tsp. freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg to taste
Instructions
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Boil potatoes in salted water for about 15-20 minutes until tender but not mushy. Meanwhile, put spinach in a pot with a little hot water just until it wilts. Drain well and squeeze excess water from spinach with paper towels or tea towel. Set aside.
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Put potatoes (make sure to drain them) in a large bowl. Add the butter, cream, spinach, pepper, and nutmeg. Using a hand blender, on low setting, blend until you get your desired consistency. Check seasonings.