Fitt Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes

Mashed potatoes are a holiday classic! This version keeps all the cozy, creamy comfort you love while adding a protein boost that makes the dish more filling and a little more Fitt-friendly. No one will even notice the swap — they’ll just ask for seconds. Servings: 6

Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 1 cup cottage cheese

• 2 tbsp butter

• ¼–½ cup milk or broth

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• Salt + pepper to taste

• Chives (optional)
  

Instructions

1. Boil potatoes until soft.

2. Blend cottage cheese in a blender until smooth.

3. Mash the potatoes with butter and garlic powder.

4. Stir in the blended cottage cheese.

5. Add milk/broth until you reach your desired texture.

6. Season and top with chives.
   

Macros (per serving)

Approx: 170 calories | 8g protein | 27g carbs | 4g fat

Notes

Blend the cottage cheese for a smooth, creamy finish!