Mashed Potatoes With Peas and Scallions
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Ingredients
- 2 1/2 pounds red new potatoes (about 25; peeled if desired), cut into 2-inch chunks
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1 10-ounce package frozen peas
- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut up
- 2 scallions, sliced
Directions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and add 2 teaspoons salt and enough cold water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until the potatoes are very tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Add the peas, cook for 30 seconds more, then drain and return the potatoes and peas to the pot.
- Add the sour cream, butter, 1 teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper to the potatoes and mash to the desired consistency. Fold in the scallions.
Nutritional Information
- Per Serving
- Calories 288
- Fat 17g
- Sat Fat 11g
- Cholesterol 50mg
- Sodium 420mg
- Protein 6g
- Carbohydrate 29g
- Sugar 4g
- Fiber 4g
- Iron 2mg
- Calcium 48mg
What does this mean? See
Nutrition 101
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To lighten this recipe, substitute low-fat Greek yogurt for the sour cream.
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