Parmesan Mashed Potatoes with Quick Sausage Ragu
I’m bringing you a “let’s eat a big bowl of mashed potatoes and call it dinner” recipe. Make with sweet or hot sausage for your favorite comfort food!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds russet potatoes peeled, cut into chunks
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 carrot finely diced
- 1 celery stalk finely diced
- ½ medium white onion finely diced
- ½ pound hot Italian sausage casings removed if necessary
- ½ pound sweet Italian sausage casings removed if necessary
- 2 ½ cups whole milk divided
- ½ cup tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- ½ cup grated Parmesan Reggiano cheese plus additional for garnish
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened 1/2 stick
- ¼ teaspoon ground white pepper
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Place potato chunks in a large pot and add just enough water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat and cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in large high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic, carrot, celery and onion; cook 4 to 5 minutes or until vegetables are golden brown, stirring frequently. Add sausage; cook 7 to 9 minutes or until browned, stirring and breaking up sausage with side of spoon occasionally.
- Stir in 2 cups milk, tomato paste and ½ teaspoon salt; heat to boiling over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until thickened.
- When potatoes are tender, drain well and place in large bowl. Add cheese, butter, pepper, remaining 1/2 cup milk and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Divide potatoes between 6 bowls or plates; divide ragu over potatoes. Serve garnished with parsley and additional cheese.
Calories: 574kcal, Carbohydrates: 33g, Protein: 20g, Fat: 41g, Saturated Fat: 17g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g, Monounsaturated Fat: 17g, Trans Fat: 0.3g, Cholesterol: 97mg, Sodium: 1313mg, Potassium: 1121mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 9g, Vitamin A: 2720IU, Vitamin C: 18mg, Calcium: 249mg, Iron: 3mg
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