Best 7 Mashed Potatoes With Sauteed Leeks Recipes

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If you're looking for a comforting and flavorful side dish to elevate your next meal, look no further than our mashed potatoes with sautéed leeks. This classic dish combines the creamy texture of mashed potatoes with the savory, aromatic flavor of sautéed leeks, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Our recipe offers two variations to cater to different preferences. The first variation incorporates roasted garlic and butter, adding a rich, nutty flavor to the mashed potatoes. The second variation introduces goat cheese and fresh herbs, creating a tangy, herbaceous twist on the classic dish. Both variations are easy to follow and require minimal prep time, making them perfect for busy weeknight dinners or special occasions.

These mashed potatoes are versatile and can be paired with a variety of dishes, from roasted chicken or fish to grilled steak or pork chops. They also make a delightful accompaniment to vegetarian and vegan meals, such as roasted vegetables or lentil stew.

Let's cook with our recipes!

LEEK MASHED POTATOES



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 pounds russet potatoes
Kosher salt
2 leeks, white parts only
6 tablespoons butter
Freshly ground black pepper
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 sprigs fresh thyme

Steps:

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into 1-inch pieces. Put them into a large pot of cold water. Add a big pinch of salt and put the pot over high heat. When it comes to a boil, cook until the potatoes are just cooked through, about 20 minutes.
  • While the potatoes are cooking, slice the leeks into small pieces and thoroughly wash to remove any dirt. Put a medium skillet over medium-low heat and add 2 tablespoons butter. When the butter is melted, add the leeks and season with salt and pepper. Cook the leeks until they are very soft, being careful not to let them color or burn, about 20 minutes.
  • Drain the potatoes in a colander. Then put the potatoes back into the pot and let the potatoes dry out a bit while you finish the leeks.
  • In a small pot over low heat, add the milk, the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, garlic and thyme and warm it up. Strain the garlic and thyme from the warm milk and stir the milk into the potatoes using a wooden spoon. Mash with a potato masher, breaking up the big lumps. Stir in the melted leeks, taste and season with salt and pepper. Reserve 2 cups for another use if desired, such as the Round 2 Recipe Thanksgiving Pie. Cover the rest and keep warm until ready to serve.

MASHED POTATOES WITH SAUTEED LEEKS



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Categories     Potato     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Leek     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield 2 servings; can be doubled or tripled

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 baking potatoes, peeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter
2 large leeks, sliced (white and light green parts)
1/4 cup milk
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Cook potato pieces in large pot of boiling water until tender.
  • Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over medium-low heat. Add leeks and cook until tender and beginning to color, stirring frequently, about 10 minutes.
  • Drain potatoes and return to pot. Mash. Mix in milk. Stir in leek mixture. Season with salt and pepper and serve.

MASHED POTATOES WITH LEEKS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (5 to 6 medium), peeled and chopped
Kosher salt
2 sticks salted butter, cut into pieces, at room temperature
2 leeks (white and light green parts), thinly sliced and rinsed
1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary
Freshly ground pepper
1/2 to 3/4 cup milk, warmed

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by 1 inch. Season generously with salt and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer until the potatoes are very tender but not falling apart, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt 4 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the leeks, thyme and rosemary. Cook, stirring, until the leeks soften, 12 to 15 minutes; season with salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Drain the potatoes and return to the pot over low heat; cook until any excess water evaporates, about 2 minutes. Add the remaining 1½ sticks butter, reserving 1 tablespoon for topping, and mash with a potato masher until smooth and the butter has melted. Gradually mash in ½ cup milk and ½ teaspoon salt until creamy, adding up to ¼ cup more milk as needed. Season with salt and pepper and stir in the cooked leeks.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a bowl; top with the remaining butter before serving.

SAUTéED LEEK MASHED POTATOES



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In this healthy mashed potato recipe, we flavor the mashed potatoes with leeks lightly sautéed in butter and tangy buttermilk. These mashed potatoes are an amazing side to grilled steak or chicken.

Provided by EatingWell Test Kitchen

Categories     Gluten-Free Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (about 12 medium)
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons butter
4 cups halved and thinly sliced leeks (about 2 large; see Tip), white and light green parts only
1 cup buttermilk
Black or white pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes, if desired, and cut into 2-inch chunks. Place the potatoes and salt in a large heavy saucepan. Add cold water to cover by 2 inches. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook until potatoes are very tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain well.
  • Meanwhile, melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add leeks and cook, stirring, until soft and beginning to brown, 4 to 8 minutes.
  • Transfer the potatoes to a large bowl. Mash with a potato masher, an electric hand-held mixer or by working through a ricer.
  • Stir the leeks, buttermilk and pepper into the mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.4 calories, Carbohydrate 39.8 g, Cholesterol 8.9 mg, Fat 3.4 g, Fiber 3.7 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 295.3 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

NIF'S BUTTERMILK MASHED POTATOES WITH SAUTEED LEEKS



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I kept this recipe light but you can add butter if you want to! It's an easy way to make potatoes with a little twist. I find that the salt and pepper are necessary because you don't use the salty butter. Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Potato

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed (2-inch - 3-inch cubes)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cups leeks, whites and light greens, cut into 1/4-inch slices and rinsed
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, minced
1 cup fat-free buttermilk, slightly warmed
sea salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Boil potatoes in salted water until fork tender.
  • Meanwhile, saute leeks in olive oil over medium heat in a nonstick pan until slightly golden, about 4 minutes. Add rosemary and stir for an additional minute or so - until you can smell it).
  • Strain the potatoes when they are tender but do not rinse. Add buttermilk and mash or use a hand blender on low (never high!) to mash them. Add most of the leek mixture and salt and pepper to taste ~ important!
  • Scoop into a serving dish and sprinkle reserved leek mixture on top.

MASHED POTATOES WITH LEEKS AND SOUR CREAM



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Categories     Potato     Side     Sauté     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Leek     Sour Cream     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons butter
4 large leeks (white and pale green parts only), quartered lengthwise, thinly sliced crosswise
1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 1/4 cups water
1/4 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large saucepan over medium heat. Add leeks; sauté until just beginning to color, about 15 minutes. Add potatoes and water. Season with salt. Increase heat to high; bring to boil. Cover; boil until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes. Uncover; boil until almost all liquid evaporates, about 5 minutes.
  • Mash potatoes coarsely; mix in sour cream. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover; let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, stirring.) Transfer to large bowl.

SAUTEED POTATOES AND LEEKS



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Make and share this Sauteed Potatoes and Leeks recipe from Food.com.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Potato

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
2 leeks, sliced
4 large potatoes, cooked in skins
1/4 teaspoon celery seed
parsley, chopped
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat butter in frying pan.
  • Add leeks and cover pan; cook 8 to 10 minutes over low heat.
  • Peel potatoes and cut into thick slices; add to frying pan.
  • Season and sprinkle in celery seed; mix well and cook, uncovered, 7 to 8 minutes over medium heat.
  • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 362.7, Fat 6.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 15.3, Sodium 72.1, Carbohydrate 70.8, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 4.6, Protein 8.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the classic choice for mashed potatoes, but you can also use Yukon Gold or red potatoes. Russets have a high starch content, which makes them fluffy when mashed, while Yukon Golds are creamier and red potatoes have a slightly waxy texture.
  • Peel the potatoes: Peeling the potatoes before boiling them will give you smoother mashed potatoes. If you don't want to peel the potatoes, you can scrub them well to remove any dirt or blemishes.
  • Boil the potatoes until they are tender: The potatoes should be tender enough to easily pierce with a fork. Overcooked potatoes will become gluey when mashed.
  • Drain the potatoes well: After boiling the potatoes, drain them well in a colander. This will help to remove excess moisture and make the mashed potatoes lighter and fluffier.
  • Mash the potatoes: You can use a potato masher, ricer, or food processor to mash the potatoes. For a smoother texture, use a ricer or food processor. If you are using a potato masher, be sure to mash the potatoes until they are completely smooth, with no lumps.
  • Add milk, butter, and seasonings: Add milk, butter, and seasonings to the mashed potatoes to taste. You can also add other ingredients, such as sour cream, cream cheese, or roasted garlic.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes hot: Mashed potatoes are best served hot. You can reheat them in the microwave or oven, but be sure to stir them occasionally to prevent them from drying out.

Conclusion:

Mashed potatoes are a classic comfort food that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With these tips, you can make the perfect mashed potatoes every time.

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