Best-ever mashed potatoes

Get ready for a delicious recipe of mashed potatoes, this side dish goes well with any lunch or dinner. Perfect for Thanksgiving Day, Holidays and any other celebration. What you're waiting for? try the best-ever mashed potatoes! 

Preparation time: 25 minutes
Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS 
5 lb. russet or Yukon gold potatoes
1 1/2 cup half and half cream
1 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup chopped chives (optional)

DIRECTIONS

1. Peel and cut potatoes into large, even-sized pieces. Place in a large pot. Cover with water, and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat. Simmer, covered, until very tender, 25 to 30 min. Drain well.

2. Pour cream into a large measuring cup or small saucepan. Whisk in Dijon, salt and pepper. Add butter. Heat in the microwave or on stovetop until hot, but not boiling.

Place drained potatoes back in pan over warm (but off) burner to evaporate excess moisture. Mash until very smooth. Stir warm cream mixture, then pour into potatoes. Fold or stir to evenly mix. Taste and season with more salt, if you like. Serve garnished with chives, if using.

NOTES FROM THE CHEF
Starchy potatoes such as russet, and creamy varieties such as Yukon Gold, yield the best texture.

















 Originally published in the Walmart Live Better Fall 2013 issue / Photo: John Cullen

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Salami and Cream Cheese Sandwich

Looking for a easy-yet delicious recipe for your work lunch, or kids snack time? Well i found the perfect (and super easy to make!) recipe that will help make you say "oh la la" in less than 30 minutes. Kids can help you make this recipe also!

Preparation Time: 30 minutes
Serves: 4 sandwiches

Ingredients
1 teaspoon grainy mustard
2 slices rye bread
2 ounces salami (about 6 slices), thinly sliced
1/2 small bunch arugula, trimmed and washed
1 tablespoon cream cheese

Directions

1. Spread mustard on one slice of bread; top with salami and arugula. Spread cream cheese on the other slice of bread; close sandwich. Serve, or refrigerate, wrapped tightly in wax paper or plastic, up to overnight. Cut in half.

[recipe & photo courtesy of: Martha Stewart]

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Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

Don't know what to cook for Dinner or perhaps you wish to try something new? Well look no-more, this delicious Garlic Chicken and Potatoes is the easy-healthy-and quick recipe you have been searching for. Roasted chicken and potatoes with a mixture of garlic, brown sugar and lemon amps will spicy your dinner table.

Ingredients
2 pounds small red-skinned potatoes, quartered
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds (optional)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons packed light brown sugar
1 lemon (1/2 juiced, 1/2 cut into wedges)
Pinch of red pepper flakes
4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (1 1/2 to 1 3/4 pounds)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

Directions

1. Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, the cumin seeds, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste. Spread in a large baking dish and roast until the potatoes begin to brown, 25 to 30 minutes.

2. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until lightly golden, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the brown sugar, lemon juice and red pepper flakes.

3. Remove the baking dish from the oven, push the potatoes to the sides and arrange the chicken breasts in the middle. Season the chicken with salt and drizzle with the garlic mixture. Return to the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven; transfer the chicken to a cutting board and slice. Add the cilantro to the baking dish and toss with the potatoes. Serve the chicken with the potatoes and lemon wedges. Drizzle with the pan juices.

Nutritional Table:

Per Serving: Calories 474; Total Fat 15 grams; Saturated Fat 3 grams; Protein 39 grams; Total Carbohydrate 45 grams; Sugar: 10 grams; Fiber 4 grams; Cholesterol 94 milligrams; Sodium 601 milligrams

[photo credit: Christopher Testani]
[recipe courtesy of: foodnetwork.com]

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