Spinach-Infused Mashed Potatoes with Colorful Bell Pepper Gravy

Recipe Collection: Side Dish

Spinach-Infused Mashed Potatoes with Colorful Bell Pepper Gravy transform your dinner table with a vegetarian dish that combines the smooth texture of mashed potatoes with nutrient-rich spinach and vibrant bell peppers. This dish is perfect as a side for any American meal. Free from gluten and dairy, it caters to various dietary needs while offering a burst of flavor.

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Overview

Elevate your mashed potatoes with a vibrant infusion of spinach and a savory bell pepper gravy. This dish combines the creamy texture of classic mashed potatoes with the nutritional benefits of spinach and the colorful, flavorful addition of bell peppers. Perfect as a comforting side dish for any meal.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Whole potatoes, peeled
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 Cups red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 Cups yellow bell pepper, diced
• 0.25 Cups all-purpose flour
• 2 Cups chicken broth
• 1 Pinch black pepper, to taste
• 3 Ounces (oz) baby spinach leaves
• 0.5 Cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) real bacon, crumbled
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) butter
• 0.5 Cups cream
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste

Steps

1. Place the potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain and allow to steam dry for a minute or two.
2. Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the red and yellow bell peppers, and cook until the peppers begin to soften, about 3 minutes. Stir in the flour, and cook for 3 minutes more. Pour in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer gently for 15 minutes. Season to taste with black pepper.
3. Once the potatoes have finished draining, return them to the pot. Add the baby spinach, Parmesan cheese, bacon, and garlic; mash until smooth. Fold in the butter and cream until incorporated. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
4. Serve the mashed potatoes with the bell pepper gravy drizzled on top or on the side. Enjoy the creamy, flavorful blend of spinach and potatoes with the vibrant bell pepper gravy.

Enjoy your homemade Spinach-Infused Mashed Potatoes with Colorful Bell Pepper Gravy!