Pesto Mash

A step-by-step recipe for making perfect potato mash blended with fresh pesto sauce for a flavorful vegetarian side dish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 592.8 kcals 1185.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 38.2 grams 76.4 grams
Fat 47.1 grams 94.2 grams
Protein 7.4 grams 14.8 grams
Cook Time
26 mins
Produces
2 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
120
g
Pesto Sauce
Fresh tub
Dairy
50
g
NutsSeeds
1
dessertspoon
Salt
For boiling water
1
to taste
Black Pepper
Freshly milled
Vegetables
450
g
Potatoes
Désirée or King Edward, peeled and cut into even-sized chunks

Steps

  • Peel the potatoes and cut them into even-sized chunks.
  • Place potatoes in a large saucepan, cover with boiling water, add salt, and simmer for 25 minutes until tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and cover with a clean tea cloth for 5 minutes to absorb steam.
  • Add the pesto, salt, and pepper to the pan.
  • Whisk the mixture with an electric hand whisk, starting slowly and increasing to high speed until smooth.
  • Heat the mash over low heat for 1 minute while stirring with a wooden spoon before serving.