Goat Cheese Olive Mash

Goat Cheese & Black Olive Mashed Potatoes 🥔🧀🫒

Recipe Overview:

• Name: Goat Cheese & Black Olive Mashed Potatoes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Servings: 4
• Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5) from 9 reviews
• Calories: 331.6 per serving
• Keywords: Potato, Cheese, Vegetable, European, < 60 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
• Description: This is a truly wonderful potato recipe! The combination of the herbs, olives, and goat cheese is delicious.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Boil the Potatoes:

   • Peel and dice the potatoes into chunks.
   • In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the fresh thyme.
   • Add the diced potatoes to the boiling water and thyme.
   • Boil for approximately 10 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.

2. Add Garlic:

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   • Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
   • Add the minced garlic to the pot with the potatoes.
   • Continue cooking for an additional 5-10 minutes until the potatoes are fully tender and the garlic is fragrant.

3. Reserve Potato Water:

   • Before draining the potatoes, reserve about 1/3 cup of the potato cooking water.
   • Set the reserved water aside for later use.

4. Drain and Mash:

   • Once the potatoes and garlic are cooked, drain them thoroughly.
   • Transfer the cooked potatoes and garlic to a large mixing bowl.

5. Mash Potatoes:

   • Using a potato masher or fork, mash the potatoes and garlic until smooth and creamy.

6. Add Cream and Cheese:

   • Pour in the half-and-half cream, crumbled goat cheese, and olive oil into the mashed potatoes.
   • Pit and chop the black olives, then add them to the mixture.
   • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

7. Adjust Consistency:

   • If the mashed potatoes seem too thick, gradually stir in some of the reserved potato water until you reach your desired consistency.
   • Keep in mind that the potatoes will thicken slightly as they cool, so you may want to add a bit more liquid than you think necessary.

8. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish.
   • Garnish with extra thyme leaves or chopped olives, if desired.
   • Serve hot as a delicious side dish or a satisfying lunch/snack option.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 331.6
• Fat: 18.3g
  • Saturated Fat: 8.1g
• Cholesterol: 28mg
• Sodium: 260.7mg
• Carbohydrates: 33g
  • Fiber: 4.2g
  • Sugar: 2.1g
• Protein: 10.3g

These Goat Cheese & Black Olive Mashed Potatoes are bursting with flavor and make for a comforting and indulgent dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this recipe is perfect for any occasion. Try it out and savor the creamy goodness of mashed potatoes elevated to a whole new level!