Creamy Spinach Mashed Potatoes Recipe

Ingredients

• 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup diced yellow bell pepper
• 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 cups chicken broth
• ground black pepper to taste
• 3 ounces baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons bacon bits
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 0.5 cup cream
• salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Peel and quarter the potatoes, then place them in a large pot. Cover with salted water and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain well and let them steam dry briefly.
2. While the potatoes are cooking, heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add diced red and yellow bell peppers and cook until they soften, around 3 minutes. Stir in the flour and cook for another 3 minutes. Gradually pour in the chicken broth, stirring constantly, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer gently for 15 minutes, seasoning with black pepper to taste.
3. Return the drained potatoes to the pot. Add baby spinach, grated Parmesan cheese, bacon bits, and minced garlic. Mash until smooth and creamy. Gently fold in the butter and cream until well combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Serve these delightful spinach mashed potatoes with the bell pepper gravy.

Nutrition

• Calories: 301 kcal
• Fat Content: 16 g
• Fiber Content: 4 g
• Sugar Content: 2 g
• Sodium Content: 231 mg
• Protein Content: 8 g
• Cholesterol Content: 45 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 32 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 9 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g