Rustic Garlic and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes - this easy rustic mash combines skin on Yukon Golden Potatoes with the delicious flavours of garlic and parmesan for the perfect side for any main meal.
Rustic Mashed Potatoes
If you haven't tried rustic mashed potatoes yet, you're seriously missing out! Skin-on golden mashed potatoes are simply the best side dish ever!
And here's a bonus: leaving the skins on saves you time since you don't have to stand there peeling multiple potatoes.
When it comes to mashing these delicious Rustic Garlic and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes, you don't need a fancy potato masher. The clue's in the title "rustic," so a good old fork works perfectly fine if that's all you have.
Calories in Rustic Garlic Parmesan Mash
This delicious potato side dish serves 4 and is 217 calories per serving.
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Ingredients Notes
To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:
- Potatoes: I like to use Yukon Gold potatoes, as they hold their shape well while becoming beautifully tender. In the UK, Charlotte or baby new potatoes are great alternatives.
- Garlic: Freshly crushed garlic gives the best flavour and pairs perfectly with the potatoes.
- Parmesan: Freshly grated Parmesan melts beautifully and adds a delicious savoury flavour. For a vegetarian version, use a vegetarian Italian-style hard cheese.
- Sea Salt and Black Pepper: Simple seasoning that enhances all the flavours.
- Fresh Italian Parsley: Adds freshness and a pop of colour. Sprinkle over just before serving for the best flavour.
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions
Variations and Substitutes
These Garlic Parmesan Potatoes are easy to customise with different herbs, cheeses and seasonings.
- Try a different potato: Baby red potatoes, Charlotte potatoes, Maris Piper or other waxy potatoes all work well. You could even try some sweet potato or a mixture of two.
- Swap the cheese: Use Pecorino Romano, Gruyère, Cheddar or a vegetarian Italian-style hard cheese instead of Parmesan.
- Change the herbs: Fresh rosemary, thyme, chives or dill all pair beautifully with the garlic and potatoes.
- Boost the garlic flavour: Add a little garlic powder along with the fresh garlic for an even richer garlic flavour.
- Add some heat: Sprinkle with chilli flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper before serving.
- Use a different seasoning: Italian mixed herbs, smoked paprika or Cajun seasoning all work well for a different flavour profile.
- Add a citrus finish: A little fresh lemon zest and a squeeze of lemon juice brighten the flavours beautifully.
- Make them extra cheesy: Sprinkle over a little extra cheese during the last few minutes of cooking until melted and golden.
Serving Suggestions
These Garlic Parmesan Potatoes make a delicious side dish for all kinds of meals.
Serve them alongside your favourite chicken, beef, pork or lamb dishes, or pair them with grilled steak, salmon, shrimp or meatloaf. They're also a great addition to Sunday roasts, holiday dinners and barbecues.
Complete the meal with plenty of vegetables such as broccoli, green beans, asparagus, Brussels sprouts or a crisp green salad. They also pair perfectly with a creamy dip or a spoonful of sour cream, garlic aioli or ranch dressing if you fancy an extra indulgent side.
Here are some main course suggestions to pair with this side:
Storing, Freezing and Reheating
To Store: Allow the mashed potatoes to cool completely, then transfer them to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
To Freeze: Once cooled, transfer the mashed potatoes to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
To Reheat: Reheat from the refrigerator in a saucepan over a low heat, stirring occasionally until heated through. Add a splash of milk if needed to loosen the mash if needed. Alternatively, microwave until piping hot, stirring halfway through.
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Recipe Card
Rustic Garlic and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes
Rustic Garlic and Parmesan Mashed Potatoes - this easy rustic mash combines skin on Yukon Golden Potatoes with the delicious flavours of garlic and parmesan for the perfect side for any main meal.
Ingredients
- 800g (28oz) of Yukon Gold Potatoes (or similar waxy variety of potato)
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 60g (2oz) of parmesan, grated
- sea salt and black pepper to season
- fresh chopped Italian parsley
Instructions
- Add the potatoes (with skins) and garlic to a saucepan, cover with water and then place over medium heat and bring to a boil. Cover and simmer for approx 12 mins until a fork slides through the potatoes easily.
- Remove from heat and drain.
- Roughly mash the potatoes and garlic together with a fork and then add in the parmesan and parsley mix to combine
- Taste and season as needed with salt and black pepper
- This makes a delicious side dish for any meal.
- Serve and Enjoy!!
Notes
Please see below for full nutritional info and additional details about recipe:
- Calories - scroll down to nutritional info box
- WW Points and other Slimming or Weight Loss programs - due to plans regularly changing and updating, we recommend calculating with the official tools you get as a member to those plans to ensure accuracy of values.
- Vegetarian Friendly - use an vegetarian friendly Italian style hard cheese or cheddar cheese instead of parmesan
- Gluten Free Friendly
- ❄️ Freezer Friendly - see storing, freezing and reheating
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Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
1 SERVINGAmount Per Serving Calories 217Total Fat 4gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 1gCholesterol 13mgSodium 369mgCarbohydrates 37gFiber 4gSugar 2gProtein 9g
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