When it comes to traditional holidays the first thing to cross one’s mind is mashed potatoes. Pair these mashed potatoes with ham and gray and see the magic, a perfect THANKSGIVING combo. This recipe is not just for traditional holidays; treat yourself with it time to time because you deserve it. As this recipe is extremely easy to make saving your time.
If you are newbie to cooking things might get a bit tricky, don’t get stressed because this blog shall guide you throughout the process. All you have to do is follow the instructions properly.
The commonly faced problem with texture is that either it is too thick or too thin but there is always a silver lining, you can make it according to your preferred consistency and taste. Before we begin with the recipe it is important to get you acquainted with the types of potatoes that you can use within this dish. Some of the potatoes are characterized waxy or mealy, and some differ according to their starch content. As a recommendation, we prefer to use Yukon golds and/or Russet Potatoes because of their inherent buttery flavor which is best for mashed potato recipes!
If you are looking for an alternative mashed potato meal and don’t mind fresh ham gravy recipe, you should also give our Recipe for Stuffed Bell Peppers Crabs & Shrimps a try.
What Gravy Goes With Ham And Mashed Potatoes?
Ham Gravy Packets Ingredients
- 3 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 ½ lb russet potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 pkt gravy mix
- 1 ham , cooked
keto ham gravy Instructions:
- Put water in a pot, bring it to a boil, and then add a pinch of salt.
- Put in potatoes, return to a boil. After a few moments, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
- In a skillet, add some oil to the pan. Set aside.
- When the potatoes are tender, turn off the heat. Drain the water, and put them back in the pan.
- Using a hand masher or electric mixer, mash the potatoes until smooth.
- Add in the heavy cream and butter. Season with some salt and pepper. Mix them well together.
- For the gravy, follow the prep directions on the gravy mix packet.
- Place the mashed potatoes in a dish. Top them with cooked ham, and pour the hot gravy over everything, and serve them piping hot!
Nutrition
- Calcium: 31mg
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Cholesterol: 113mg
- Fiber: 1g
- Iron: 1mg
- Potassium: 576mg
- Protein: 34g
- Sodium: 2766mg
- Sugar: 1g
- Vitamin A: 13IU
- Vitamin C: 2mg