Wasabi Smashed Potatoes

By cirql8or

You save: 125 calories, 1 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates, 12 g fat

Makes about 2-1/4 cups; 4 scant 2/3 cup servings.

Each (scant 2/3 cup) serving has: 115 calories, 2 g protein, 20 g carbohydrates, 3 g fat, 2 g saturated fat, 8 g cholesterol, 2 g fiber, 82 mg sodium
Traditional Wasabi Mashed Potatoes: 240 calories, 3 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates, 15 g fat, saturated fat not available, 46 mg cholesterol, 2 g fiber, 215 mg sodium

Devin Says: I think these potatoes are perfect with 2-1/2 teaspoons wasabi, but that might be too hot and spicy for some. Start with 1/2 tablespoon then taste and adjust as desired.

Ingredients

• 1 pound unpeeled, scrubbed red potatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3 tablespoons fat free half and half
• 2 tablespoons light butter
• 1/2 tablespoon prepared wasabi, or more to taste
• salt and pepper to taste

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from health.discovery.com

Preparation

Step 1

Cut the potatoes into 1-inch pieces. Transfer them to a medium pot. Cover the potatoes with water and place the pot over high heat. Add 1 teaspoon of salt. Once the water boils, cover the pot with a lid and boil the potatoes about 15-20 minutes or until they are tender.
Just before the potatoes are cooked, combine the half and half, butter, and wasabi in a medium microwave-safe measuring cup or bowl. Microwave it on low heat for 1-2 minutes until the butter is melted.
Drain the potatoes and transfer them to a medium mixing bowl. Using a potato masher or large fork, smash them slightly. Pour in the half and half mixture and mix the potatoes with a wooden spoon until they are well combined, leaving some lumps. Season them to taste with salt, pepper and additional wasabi, if desired. Serve hot.