Whipped Potatoes
A classic holiday dish gets new flavor from the nutty richness of ghee, or clarified butter, an Ayurvedic staple.
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A classic holiday dish gets new flavor from the nutty richness of ghee, or clarified butter, an Ayurvedic staple. This mild dairy-based dish is best for balancing out pitta types. Vatas and kaphas can enjoy in moderation.
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Ingredients
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and quartered
- 3⁄4 cup whole milk 1⁄4 cup ghee
- 1 tsp salt
- 1⁄2 tsp black pepper
Preparation
Heat a large stockpot filled halfway with salted water over high heat. Add potatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer until fork-tender, 15 minutes. Drain and set aside in a bowl.
In the same pot over low heat, combine remaining ingredients. Bring to a simmer and immediately remove from heat. Add potatoes and mash until almost smooth, but still slightly chunky.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size 8
- Calories 122
- Carbohydrate Content 11 g
- Cholesterol Content 0 mg
- Fat Content 8 g
- Fiber Content 1 g
- Protein Content 2 g
- Saturated Fat Content 5 g
- Sodium Content 0 mg
- Sugar Content 0 g
- Trans Fat Content 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat Content 0 g