Description
You’ll love these Whole30 Loaded Mashed Potatoes! These potatoes are packed with flavor thanks to smoky bacon and fresh herbs, and incredibly creamy with the addition of ghee and coconut milk. If you’re on a Whole30 or just trying to avoid dairy, this recipe is so simple and makes the perfect creamy side dish with pot roast, steak, or roasted chicken. I promise you won’t even miss the dairy in this traditional comfort food side dish!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds red skin or yukon gold potatoes
- 1/4 – 1/2 cup of coconut milk
- 2 strips of Whole30 compliant bacon, cooked
- 3 tablespoons chopped green onion
- 1–2 tablespoons ghee (optional)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- pepper to taste
Instructions
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Thoroughly clean your potatoes and chop them into halves or fourths. If you hate potato skins in your mashed potatoes, feel free to peel them as well.
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Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil and add a generous pinch of salt. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes or until fork tender.
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Once the potatoes are cooked through, drain them. Reduce the heat to low and add them back into your pot. Then using a fork or potato masher, mash the potatoes until they’re nice and creamy.
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Next add your coconut milk. I like to start with 1/4 cup and add more as I need it it. How much you add will really depend on how you prefer the consistency of your potatoes. If you like a chunkier more rustic mash, then add less. If you like a really creamy mash, then add a little more.
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Next, add half the bacon, spring onions, ghee (if you’re using it), garlic powder, salt + pepper and stir to combine. Give them a taste and increase the salt and pepper to your liking. Top the potatoes with the remaining bacon and onions, and serve!