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Thanksgiving recipe: mashed potatoes and gravy

November 4, 1:04 PMEden Prairie Food ExaminerWendy Monro
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mashed potatoes and gravy
mashed potatoes and gravy
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When it comes to planning Thanksgiving dinner, many people look out for recipes that are different. People search for food ideas which will surprise and delight their guests. Sometimes, it is best to take a step back and simplify. Why not make some delicious, easy, creamy mashed potatoes? You can add herbs, garlic, cheese or whatever you desire. However, the simple buttery mashed potatoes with a dash of salt and pepper are sure to please… especially when you add some delicious tasty gravy. Biting into the warm velvety potatoes topped with the savory rich flavors of the gravy will undoubtedly put a smile on everyone’s face.


Mashed Potatoes:
6 large potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 stick of butter
½ C half and half
Salt and pepper to taste
 

Place potatoes into cool water and bring to a boil. Cook until tender. Drain them and pat them dry. In a small sauce pan, melt the butter and add the milk. Place the potatoes into a mixing bowl. Mash with a masher, ricer or with a hand mixer while adding the milk and butter mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste.
 

Onion gravy:
2 Tbsp butter
2 onions, chopped fine
1 tsp red wine vinegar
1 Tbsp sugar
1 C. beef stock
Salt and pepper to taste
 

Melt the butter in a sauce pan and add the onions. Cook until onions are starting to brown. Add vinegar and cook for about five minutes. Add the sugar and stock and simmer stirring occasionally to reduce the gravy. Add salt and pepper to taste.
 

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