Yummy Pesto Mashed Potatoes Recipe
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Yummy Pesto Mashed Potatoes

By: Denise's Simple Yummies 
"Simply by adding pesto to boiled potatoes then mashing, adds a delicious alternative with a hint of colour to the usual mash - and guess what - the kids just love it too! Try using different kinds of pesto. You could also add some sun-dried tomatoes and top with a little grated cheese and black pepper."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.1 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (29)

Prep Time:
5 Min
Cook Time:
25 Min
Ready In:
30 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup milk, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon basil pesto

Directions

  1. Place the potatoes into a saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook until tender; about 10 minutes. Drain, and mash with butter and milk to your desired consistency. Mix in pesto, and serve.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 216 | Total Fat: 5.1g | Cholesterol: 10mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2007 by LADYJAYPEE   view full review
These were good mashed potatoes; I did have to up the amount of milk some, and then ended up...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 1, 2008 by S. White   view full review
This was another great way to use up our large basil plants. I used olive oil instead of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on May 10, 2006 by STARDUST_331 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
Pretty yummy! I like the flavor of pesto so I used more of it (3 tablespoons for 2 yukon gold...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 8, 2010 by naples34102 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
What a great idea and new twist on mashed potatoes! This was unusual but delicious, flavorful...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 18, 2008 by What a Dish!   view full review
These potatoes were really good. I used red potatoes and just left the skin on. I followed...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 5, 2007 by Mrs. C   view full review
Wonderful! I used the Knor Creamy Pesto sauce packet. It is high sodium, so won't make often...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 13, 2008 by KEZ   view full review
My daughter made this as part of our Mother's Day meal. The only thing she did differently was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 27, 2006 by Mrs. M.   view full review
Delicious twist on mashed potatoes! I added a little parmesan cheese to the mix, and served...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 20, 2006 by Jenifer   view full review
Yummy. Used cilantro pesto from this site and extra milk.
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 4.1 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 3, 2011 by CindyLu Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was pretty good. I ate them plain, but wondering if others had a gravy they served with...

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