helena Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 What is something I can add or do a little different to my mashed potatoes? I make them straight forward. Ricer, milk, butter, salt, pepper. I do it vegan, but it's still your basic recipe. :lurk5: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Well, one thanksgiving I accidentally used vanilla soy milk but I don't recommend it! 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southern Ivy Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I use cream cheese and chives or some cheddar mixed in. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I like to add cream cheese once in a while--about, IDK, 1/2 cup per pot, maybe? It's not a strong taste, but makes it amazing in texture. I've heard of mixing in packaged ranch dressing (like Hidden Valley) but I don't really like the taste. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Do twice baked potatoes instead . . . then you don't have to peel! Confession: I 'may' put just a smidge of bacon fat in my twice-baked potatoes for extra creaminess and flavor. I also add cheddar cheese, butter, and bacon. If you want chives, add them fresh when serving. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I think I've done daiya cheese though we usually put daiya on baked potatoes. The other day we were eating mashed potatoes and musing about how we could add ginger and wasabi...we didn't decide on a method. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiana Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Many other root vegetables can be mashed in -- sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots. Cream, milk, cottage cheese, sour cream, cream cheese, cheddar, butter, bacon grease, chicken fat, and chicken stock are all fats/liquids that I've added. Salt, pepper, and garlic are a given, but I've also added cayenne, ginger, turmeric, parsley, chives, and finely chopped onion. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lllll Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 (edited) nm Edited December 16, 2015 by w11 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerileanne99 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 My SIL introduced me to the mouthwatering joy that is mash potatoes with avocado. I was skeptical. I am, after all, from Idaho. I adore potatoes (although it has to be said that I am a bit of a potato snob!), with a distinct preference for those grown in volcanic soil:) Anyway, it is really good! Especially with garlic as well:) I have tried a few good recipes, but simplest is just to mash them in. I made a vegan version of this the other night that was gorgeous! It has mash, avocado, and caramelized onions😠http://angiesrecipes.blogspot.com/2011/01/avocado-mashed-potatoes-with.html?m=1 And Ohsheglows has a smashed potato with avocado aoli that is on my list to try! http://ohsheglows.com/2014/10/15/crispy-smashed-potatoes-with-avocado-garlic-aioli/ 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 We do sour cream and cream cheese in place of milk and butter, then add in salt and pepper and garlic. Not the healthiest, but it sure tastes good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplejackmama Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Roasted garlic! Oh so yum!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peach Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 We will, now and then, bake a couple of sweet potatoes, peel them, and mash them in with the regular potatoes. Then the usual..milk, butter, salt, pepper..and garlic :) 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Well, one thanksgiving I accidentally used vanilla soy milk but I don't recommend it! I've done that too! In fact I've ruined quite a few meals that way. :) I recently stocked up on unsweetened milks (that store in the pantry) for those kinds of jobs. To me , even the regular soy milks can be too sweet. Vanilla, asparagus soup... YUCK!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMamaBird Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I do TONS of roasted garlic. Yummers!! I also like to do mashed sweet potatoes with lots of butter, maple syrup and pecans. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaraby Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Smash them like kerileanne99 mentioned? http://damndelicious.net/2014/02/14/garlic-smashed-potatoes/ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 dh likes to add finely chopped caramelized onions. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 I'm cooking some garlic in butter. I'm thinking I'll used the garlic press and add the butter as well. The sour cream was a great addition! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mom2samlibby Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Garlic and parmesan cheese Blue cheese 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 My SIL introduced me to the mouthwatering joy that is mash potatoes with avocado. I was skeptical. I am, after all, from Idaho. I adore potatoes (although it has to be said that I am a bit of a potato snob!), with a distinct preference for those grown in volcanic soil:) Anyway, it is really good! Especially with garlic as well:) I have tried a few good recipes, but simplest is just to mash them in. I made a vegan version of this the other night that was gorgeous! It has mash, avocado, and caramelized onions😠http://angiesrecipes.blogspot.com/2011/01/avocado-mashed-potatoes-with.html?m=1 And Ohsheglows has a smashed potato with avocado aoli that is on my list to try! http://ohsheglows.com/2014/10/15/crispy-smashed-potatoes-with-avocado-garlic-aioli/ I love Oh She Glows! I make her pesto. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Smash them like kerileanne99 mentioned? http://damndelicious.net/2014/02/14/garlic-smashed-potatoes/ We've done this recipe! Yum! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 I'm so glad I asked this question! I'm going to try all of these suggestions. I'll try not to do them all at once to the potatoes I just made. :) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 If you search mashed potato bar ideas on Google, you might get oodles of options. It was a catering/party thing. Caramelized onions, Gruyere cheese, and tiny salad shrimp cooked shrimp scampi style are really yummy. With some fresh herbs. Bacon, cheddar, green onions Goat cheese and arugula and lemon zest and garlic 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Well, I did sour cream, garlic, bacon, and green onions. It's pretty tasty! I'll be adding avocado next time. Can't wait to try it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zoobie Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Just now caught the vegan part. Sorry!!! ETA: Wait, bacon? Or "bacon"? Jalapeno would be good with the avocado. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Just now caught the vegan part. Sorry!!! ETA: Wait, bacon? Or "bacon"? Jalapeno would be good with the avocado. :) "bacon" :tongue_smilie: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanaqui Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Mashed parsnips and rutabaga, with or without caramelized onions. Mashed turnips with horseradish and scallions - this usually calls for some sour cream, use a vegan substitute. Mashed potatoes with scallions and finely chopped spinach. Mashed potatoes with steamed finely grated carrot added in, and garlic. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abba12 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 caramelized onions and silverbeet (could use spinach) sharp vintage cheddar, or gouda, are the best for cheesy mash 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tanaqui Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 silverbeet Silverbeet = chard, doesn't it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mabeline Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Add a little lemon juice and dried dill. Yum! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamaraby Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Some of these can likely be veganized - http://www.foodnetwork.com/holidays-and-parties/articles/50-mashed-potato-recipes.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb in NZ Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Silverbeet = chard, doesn't it? yes, silver beet = swiss chard 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TammyinTN Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I made loaded cauliflower so I'm sure it would work for potatoes. Steam or cook potatoes. Add thick cooked bacon diced up, shredded sharp cheddar cheese. 1/2 cup of sour cream, 1/2 cup mayo and lots of salt and pepper. Mix it up and add some extra cheese on top. Bake 350 for 30 minutes...it's delicious! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Lemon pepper seasoning. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reign Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Sweet potato smashed with a little chipotle in Adobo sauce. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Red potatoes, garlic and fresh basil are a loved variation here (with salt, pepper, butter, milk) 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stacia Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Nutmeg 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Mashed broccotatoes! http://www.rachaelraymag.com/recipes/rachael-ray-magazine-recipe-search/rachael-ray-30-minute-meals/quick-chicken-with-gouda-gravy-and-smashed-brocco-tatoes Also, German potatos with rutabaga, in case nobody has mentioned that. Both of these variations can be made vegan in the same way as mashed potatoes can be made vegan. Just sub for butter. I'd recommend a sweeter sub with the rutabaga (like a coconut oil) and something more nutty like a light sesame or sunflower oil with the broccoli. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Caramelized onion, feta, and dill. BOOYAH 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seasider Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Wasabi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparklyUnicorn Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 garlic powder, cheese, lots of fresh chopped herbs (parsley, dill, etc) I guess bacon bits doesn't work for you. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyStoner Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Russets, carrots and sunchokes with garlic. So good. http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/puree-of-three-root-vegetables-10816 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tsuga Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Sunchokes! Why didn't I think of that? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helena Posted September 29, 2015 Author Share Posted September 29, 2015 Everyone's in pain from over eating. :) We all ate a mountain of potatoes. I'll update when I try a new recipe. We eat a lot of potatoes, so I'm excited! Actually, about a month ago I made a cooking schedule so that everyone has to cook dinner one night a week. Cooking has quickly become fun again. Imagine that!! :) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happi duck Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I've done that too! In fact I've ruined quite a few meals that way. :) I recently stocked up on unsweetened milks (that store in the pantry) for those kinds of jobs. To me , even the regular soy milks can be too sweet. Vanilla, asparagus soup... YUCK!! Glad I'm not the only one! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ausmumof3 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Whole grain prepared mustard or mushed roast garlic... Yum. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whitestavern Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Haven't read all the replies, but we add horseradish and a bit of sour cream sometimes. It's especially yummy covered in beef stew! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emzhengjiu Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I've been craving mashed potatoes! My mom always added chopped boiled eggs. I usually just make them plain, but now I can't wait to try adding avocado. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 My mother mashes chickpeas into hers when she has fussy people who won't eat chickpeas in her house. They fall for it every time. :ph34r: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valley Girl Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Cooking Light magazine offered a recipe for Ranch Mashed Potatoes a few years back. It's delicious. The recipe is probably on their website if you're interested. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 Add cooked cabbage. I believe it's an Irish thing. It's very yummy--the cabbage is kind of sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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