Mashed Potatoes with Carrot Recipe

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One day, I wanted to make my mashed potatoes more interesting, so I added a carrot and some onion. This delightful dish adds color to any entree and makes an attractive plate.

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Mashed Potatoes with Carrot Recipe

Prep/Total Time: 25 min.

Yield: 2 Servings

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Ingredients

2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 medium carrot, chopped
1/4 cup chopped onion
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch sugar

Directions

Place the vegetables in a saucepan, cover with water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until tender.
Drain and place vegetables in a bowl; mash until smooth. Add the cream, butter, salt, pepper and sugar; mix well. Yield: 2 servings.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (3/4 cup) equals 247 calories, 11 g fat (7 g saturated fat), 36 mg cholesterol, 374 mg sodium, 34 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as Mashed Potatoes with Carrot in Reminisce Extra April 2004, p52