BAKED MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE

By á-172996

Serves 4 to 6

Per Serving:200 calories (80 from fat), 9g total fat, 3.5g saturated fat, 10mg cholesterol, 230mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g dietary fiber, 3g sugar), 4g protein

Ingredients

• 4 medium russet or red potatoes, cut into quarters
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 large stalk celery, chopped
• 1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons milk
• Sea salt, to taste
• White pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano Cheese (optional)
• Paprika to garnish

Preparation

Step 1

Cook potatoes in boiling salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 450°F. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. Sauté the onions, celery and red pepper for 7 minutes, or until tender, stirring often. Set aside.

When the potatoes are done, drain them well and return to the cooking pot. Add the butter and the milk. Mash together well. Add the sautéed vegetables. Season the mixture to taste with sea salt and white pepper.

Spread the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in an 8- or 9-inch square casserole dish. Spoon mashed potatoes into the dish and sprinkle with grated cheese and paprika. Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.