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Creamed Mashed Potatoes with Spinach

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Creamed Mashed Potatoes with Spinach

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 40 min

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 4 servings

Ingredients

2 lb boiling potatoes (preferably Yukon Gold)
1/2 cup heavy cream
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 oz baby spinach (6 cups)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Cover potatoes with salted cold water by 1 inchin a large saucepan and simmer, uncovered, until tender, 20 to 30 minutes.

    Step 2

    While potatoes are simmering, bring cream, butter, salt, and pepper to a simmer in a small saucepan. Remove from heat and keep warm, covered.

    Step 3

    Drain potatoes in a colander and cool slightly. Peel potatoes and mash in large saucepan.

    Step 4

    Stir spinach into warm cream, tossing to coat, and when slightly wilted (after about 1 minute), immediately add to potatoes. Mash potatoes until almost smooth. Serve immediately.

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