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Garlic Mashed Potatoes

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Updated May 03, 2011

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The perfect low-fat potatoes mashed with heart healthy garlic go so well with crispy baked chicken (or any delicious, healthy protein source, really).

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled, cubed, cooked and drained
  • 7 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/3 cup fat-free milk, heated
  • 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
  • 2 tbsp. reduced fat margarine

Preparation:

Using an electric mixer, combine all ingredients. Do not overbeat.

Exchanges per serving: 1 starch, 1/2 fat

Nutrition Information: Per serving:

  • Calories 99
  • Calories from fat 18
  • Total fat 2 g
  • Cholesterol 0 mg
  • Sodium 61 mg
  • Total carbohydrate 18 g
  • Dietary fiber 1 g
  • Sugars 4 g
  • Protein 3 g
  • Recipe reprinted with permission from the American Diabetes Association, Western NY Office, 315 Alberta Drive, Suite 102, Amherst, NY 14226

    Number of servings 6

    Serving size: 1/2 cup

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