Thanksgiving 101: Potato Stir-In Ideas and Turkey Tater Bowl
Thanksgiving
101:
Potato Stir-In Ideas & Turkey Tater Bowl
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Potato Stir-In Ideas
More than nine out of ten Americans (91 percent) plan to eat potatoes at Thanksgiving dinner this year - 76 percent plan to eat mashed potatoes.
It's
Thanksgiving. The kitchen is filled with laughter, friends
and family are awaiting first dibs at a taste of the
moist turkey, the smell of savory stuffing fills the
air and everyone is longing for the mashed potatoes
draped with gravy. No matter how you make them, there's
no doubt that mashed potatoes are the ultimate comfort
food and the quintessential Thanksgiving accompaniment.
While there's no right or wrong way to make mashed potatoes, here are tips from some food experts on how to prepare creamy, fluffy and buttery mashed potatoes.
Recipes:
Perfect
Mashed Potatoes
Chive
Mashed Potatoes with Cream Cheese
Horseradish
Mashed Potatoes
Garlic
Mashed Potatoes
Stir-In Ideas
Now that you've got creamy, buttery and fluffy mashed
potatoes, stir in a few special ingredients to give
them a lot of added flavor with little effort. While
these recipes were created in the National Potato Board's
test kitchen to complement your Thanksgiving turkey,
they can be served year-round with poultry, pork or
beef.
Parmesan
Garlic Mashed Potatoes:
Combine 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon finely
chopped fresh garlic and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice,
and stir into 6 cups hot mashed potatoes (8 to 12 servings).
Sage
Butter Mashed Potatoes:
Melt 1/2 cup butter in a small saucepan. Add 2 tablespoons
finely chopped fresh sage, 2 teaspoons finely chopped
fresh garlic and a pinch of nutmeg. Cook for about a
minute and stir into 6 cups hot mashed potatoes (8 to
12 servings).
Wild
Mushroom & Sherry Mashed Potatoes:
Melt 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet. Add 2 cups finely
chopped shiitake or portobello mushrooms, 2 teaspoons
finely chopped fresh garlic and a pinch of dried savory
or tarragon. Cook 3 to 4 minutes and add 1 tablespoon
dry sherry. Cook for another 1 to 2 minutes and stir
into 6 cups hot mashed potatoes (8 to 12 servings).
Tip: For added convenience, use refrigerated, frozen or dehydrated mashed potatoes. Prepare mashed potatoes as package directs and add stir-in of choice.
Turkey
Tater Bowl
It's Not Thanksgiving Without Leftovers
Now that you've cooked this year's turkey to perfection - whether you basted all day, brined, or dared to deep fry - and prepared the perfect batch of creamy mashed potatoes, don't forget to save some for leftovers. After all, one of the best things about Thanksgiving is the leftovers.
Maybe you're looking for lunch or dinner for yourself or family visiting for the holidays. Either way, you want something that's delicious and satisfying without spending a lot of time in the kitchen.
Instead of the traditional turkey sandwich, whip up the "Turkey Tater Bowl," a hearty one-bowl meal that combines classic Thanksgiving dinner leftovers - turkey and mashed potatoes - with a few pantry staples.
Roasted turkey is served over a bowl of steaming mashed potatoes and covered with savory sautéed mushrooms and bell peppers in a rich, flavorful sauce. This dish is so delectable you'll want to make it year-round.
