Mashed Potatoes and Apples

This is a unique twist to mashed potatoes. The apple gives the potatoes a new dimension and level of flavor. They were a huge hit with my husband and tasted wonderful with chorizo and chicken.

Step: 1

Boil 2 cups water, brown sugar, lemon juice, juiced lemon halves, and apple together in a pot over medium-high heat until apples are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Discard spent lemon halves; drain and keep apples warm.

Step: 2

Boil potatoes with 6 cups water in a large pot over medium-high heat until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain.

Step: 3

Mash potatoes and apples together with a ricer or hand mixer.

Step: 4

Stir butter, heavy whipping cream, salt, and ground black pepper into mashed potatoes and apples. If desired, keep warm in a 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) oven for up to 20 minutes.

Per Serving: 293 calories; protein 5.6g; carbohydrates 51g; fat 8.9g; cholesterol 25.5mg; sodium 457mg.

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