For our family, having me be a stay at home wife and mother means we can't eat out every day of the week. We might eat out once or twice a month. But eating at home has opened up a new avenue to me that I never knew was there before. I've had many trials and errors in the kitchen. My poor family! I am getting better though and I hope I can pass on some of my knowledge here. I've learned so much from the internet!
Long ago, I learned that homemade mashed potatoes were much tastier then the boxed flaky version. The problem was that I didn't have the time or energy to peel, cook, or mash potatoes every time we wanted them. That's a lot of work hence the boxed version for convenience. I knew that you could buy frozen mashed potatoes but for the price they aren't for a family on a budget! Instead, when I was learning about freezer cooking I came across a homemade mashed potato frozen version.
It's very simple!
Just peel, cube, and cook a whole bag of potatoes.
After they are cooked, drain the water and mash them. I used my Kitchenaid Mixer and I added sea salt and a whole stick of butter.
When it's all mashed scoop some into your muffin tins and freeze overnight or for 24 hours.
Don't forget to have a taste too. That's the best part about cooking, right? Mmmmmm…….
After that pop them out and put them into a freezer bag. Each muffin cup size of mashed potatoes is about a serving size.
When we want some, I'll pull out about 6, put them in a microwave safe bowl and microwave them for 2 minute intervals, stirring in between, until hot. These are much tastier, I've done less work, and we are still able to eat homemade by mom!
Exactly how I used to make them. Sometimes I made garlicy or cheesy ones too.
ReplyDeleteNow we make similar, only with sweet potatoes. You are making me want a deep freeze again!
Cute taste tester :)