Sunday, December 21, 2025

Soulful Carrots & Golden Garlic Mashed Red Potatoes Recipe

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@NaijaBaeAde via fanbase 


A Comfort Food Recipe Loaded with Nutrients, Flavor, and a Hint of Earthy Magic


If you’ve ever wanted a side dish that’s both deeply comforting and secretly nourishing, this recipe is it. These garlic-infused mashed red potatoes and sweet, buttery carrots are seasoned with the warming powers of turmeric, fresh aromatics, and a golden broth made with Knorr chicken bouillon. It’s got roots — literally — and soul. This dish isn't just food, it's functional: it’s rich in vitamin A, C, potassium, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds, helping your body as much as your mood.


Nutritional Highlights

  • Carrots – High in vitamin A (beta-carotene) for eye health, immune support, and skin glow. Also loaded with fiber and antioxidants.
  • Red Potatoes – Rich in potassium, vitamin C, and B6, with their skins offering added fiber.
  • Onions & Garlic – Natural immune boosters, antibacterial, and antioxidant-rich.
  • Turmeric – A golden spice known for its powerful anti-inflammatory and detoxifying properties.
  • Low John the Conqueror Root – While not commonly used in culinary traditions, it's known in folk herbalism for grounding energy. (We’re using it as an optional herbal infusion—not eaten directly.)


Ingredients

For the Carrots

  • 4 large carrots, peeled and chopped into chunks
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon Knorr granulated chicken bouillon
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ small onion, finely chopped


For the Mashed Red Potatoes

  • 2 lbs red potatoes, washed and chopped (skins on for nutrients!)
  • 2 tablespoons butter or olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon turmeric
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ onion, chopped
  • 1½ teaspoons Knorr chicken bouillon
  • Optional: 1 piece of Low John the Conqueror root (used like a bay leaf; removed before serving)
  • Splash of milk or dairy-free cream (optional, for creaminess)
  • Fresh cracked pepper to taste



Instructions

Step 1: Infuse the Potatoes

  1. In a large pot, add chopped red potatoes and cover with water.

  2. Add Low John root (if using), ½ teaspoon turmeric, 1 clove garlic, and a sprinkle of bouillon to the water. Boil until tender (about 15–18 minutes).

  3. Drain potatoes, remove the Low John root (if used), and return potatoes to pot.


Step 2: Mash It Right

  1. In a separate pan, sauté the remaining garlic and chopped onion in butter until fragrant and golden.

  2. Add to the potatoes along with additional bouillon, a splash of milk (if desired), and mash to your preferred consistency. Leave a little texture for a rustic feel!


Step 3: Carrots That Sing

  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter. Add chopped carrots, onions, and garlic, and sauté until fragrant.

  2. Add turmeric and bouillon, and a small splash of water. Cover and simmer until carrots are fork-tender (about 10–12 minutes), stirring occasionally.

  3. Finish with a quick sear uncovered to bring out sweetness and color.


🍽️ Serve & Savor: Serve the carrots warm alongside the mashed potatoes. Top with freshly cracked black pepper and a sprinkle of parsley or chives if desired. These two dishes together create a perfect blend of earthiness and warmth, great for a nourishing dinner or a cozy holiday side.


Eat Well Beloved,
Your fabulous homemaking strategist & wellness CEO 🍓💼✨



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