Best 2 Sun Dried Tomato Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Sun-dried tomato mashed potatoes are a delightful twist on the classic comfort food, offering a burst of Mediterranean flavors and vibrant color. These mashed potatoes are prepared using a combination of boiled or steamed potatoes, creamy butter, warm milk, and a generous amount of sun-dried tomatoes. The sun-dried tomatoes impart a tangy, umami flavor and chewy texture, elevating the simple mashed potatoes to a gourmet side dish. This recipe includes variations to suit different preferences, including a vegan option with plant-based butter and milk alternatives. Additionally, there are suggestions for enhancing the flavor with herbs like basil or rosemary, or adding a touch of spice with roasted garlic or a pinch of red pepper flakes. Whether you're looking for a unique side dish for a special occasion or a comforting meal on a weeknight, sun-dried tomato mashed potatoes are sure to impress.

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SUN-DRIED TOMATO MASHED POTATOES



Sun-Dried Tomato Mashed Potatoes image

Provided by Joan C. Laura

Categories     Dairy     Potato     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Winter     Gourmet     New York     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds boiling potatoes
10 dried tomato halves packed in oil
3 tablespoons oil from dried tomatoes
3/4 cup milk

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cut into 1-inch pieces. In a large saucepan cover potatoes with salted water by 2 inches and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • While potatoes are simmering, cut tomatoes into thin strips. Drain potatoes in a colander and return to pan. With a potato masher mash potatoes with tomatoes, oil, and milk and season with salt and pepper.

STEAK PINWHEELS WITH SUN-DRIED TOMATO STUFFING AND ROSEMARY MASHED POTATOES



Steak Pinwheels with Sun-Dried Tomato Stuffing and Rosemary Mashed Potatoes image

Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h2m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 2/3 cups canned beef broth
3/4 cup ready-to-use sun-dried tomatoes (not packed in oil)
1/4 cup butter
1 (6.6-ounce) package stuffing mix
1 (1 1/4-pound) skirt steak
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Rosemary Mashed Potatoes, recipe follows
1 (11-ounce) package refrigerated prepared mashed potatoes
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) butter
1/4 cup whole milk
2 teaspoons fresh rosemary leaves, finely chopped
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add broth, sun-dried tomatoes, and butter to a medium saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir in contents of stuffing mix pouch. Cover saucepan and remove from heat. Let stand 5 minutes. Fluff stuffing with fork. Let stuffing cool completely.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Lay steak flat on clean work surface and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover steak evenly with stuffing. Roll up steak lengthwise to create a pinwheel effect, enclosing stuffing completely. Skewer seam with toothpicks. Place the steak roll, seam side down, on a foil-covered cookie sheet. Sprinkle roll with salt and pepper. Roast until steak is golden brown and cooked through, about 40 minutes.
  • While steak is cooking, transfer potatoes from package into a medium saucepan. Add butter, milk, and rosemary, and warm over medium-low until completely heated through. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Choose starchy potatoes, such as Russet or Yukon Gold, for the best mashed potato texture.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized pieces so they cook evenly.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil in salted water, then reduce heat and simmer until tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash the potatoes until smooth, then stir in butter, milk, and seasonings.
  • For extra creamy mashed potatoes, use a potato ricer to mash the potatoes.
  • Add a variety of mix-ins to your mashed potatoes, such as roasted garlic, sautéed mushrooms, or shredded cheese.
  • Serve mashed potatoes immediately, or reheat them gently over low heat.

Conclusion:

Sun-dried tomato mashed potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. The sun-dried tomatoes add a pop of flavor and color to the mashed potatoes, making them a perfect dish for special occasions or everyday meals. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a creamy and flavorful mashed potato dish that everyone will love.

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