Mashed Potatoes with Steamed Vegetables
Mashed potatoes are soft, filling, and easy on sensitive teeth. They can be made smooth and creamy without effort, which makes them a great option during braces treatment.
Ingredients
- 4 large russet potatoes peeled and quartered
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 cups baby carrots
- 1 cup snap peas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- While potatoes cook, steam broccoli, carrots, and snap peas for 5-7 minutes until crisp-tender.
- Drain potatoes and return to pot. Add butter and warm milk, then mash until smooth and creamy.
- Season mashed potatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a bowl, toss steamed vegetables with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Serve mashed potatoes alongside the seasoned steamed vegetables.