Mashed Potatoes with Leeks and Swiss Chard
A rustic, creamy mash full of vegetable flavor. Sautéed leeks in butter and Swiss chard add freshness and color, while heavy cream gives it a velvety texture. Perfect to accompany meat, poultry, or fish, and for your Thanksgiving feast too.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 376kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound (450 g) potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks(
- 4 tablespoons (60 g) butter
- 3 cups (240 g) leeks, cut into slices
- 2 cups (90 g) Swiss chard, chopped
- ¾ cup (180 ml) heavy cream
- Coarse sea salt to taste
- Freshly ground white pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a pot, place the potatoes with enough water and a little salt. Cook over medium-high heat until tender (about 12 minutes). Set aside.
- In a deep skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks, salt, and pepper, and cook uncovered for about 10 minutes, until they wilt.
- Lower the heat, add the Swiss chard, and cook for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat, incorporate the heavy cream, and mix.
- Pass the potatoes through a ricer and combine them with the vegetables. Stir until everything is well incorporated.
- Adjust the seasoning and serve hot or warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 376kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 174mg | Potassium: 750mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 3227IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 93mg | Iron: 3mg