Mashed Potato and Peas
Creamy mashed potatoes with sweet peas, butter, and simple seasoning. An easy, comforting side dish made with everyday ingredients.
Servings :6 servings
Ingredients
- 6 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 200 grams frozen peas
- 4 tablespoons butter (plus extra for serving)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup Reserved potato cooking water or ½ cup warm milk
- Optional: fresh parsley or chives, to finish
Instructions
Cook the potatoes
- Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot. Cover with cold water, add a generous pinch of salt, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook until very tender, about 15–20 minutes.
Add the peas
- Add the frozen peas directly to the pot during the last minute of cooking. They only need a brief cook to stay bright and sweet.
Drain (and reserve liquid)
- Drain the potatoes and peas, reserving some of the potato cooking water.
Mash while hot
- Add the butter, a pinch of salt, and a small splash of reserved water (or warm milk). Mash while everything is still hot and steamy until creamy but not gluey.
Rest and finish
- Cover with a lid and let the mash sit for a few minutes before serving. Finish with extra butter, freshly cracked black pepper, and herbs if using.
Notes
- Adjust seasoning and texture to taste — this recipe is flexible.
- Mash while hot and add liquid gradually for best results.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheat gently with a splash of milk, stock, or water.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 23mgSodium: 97mgPotassium: 333mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 3433IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 1mg
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