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HOLIDAY SIDES


Planet-positive Holiday Menu Series: Holiday Sides (episode 3) ✨


The holidays call for fluffy mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts! 😋 These two recipes are so delicious that they'll get you up for seconds and maybe even thirds! Not to mention, they are plant-powered and planet positive! 👩🏾‍🍳🌎


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Roasted Brussels Sprouts Ingredients:

🌱0.7 kg brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and halved

🌱2 tbsp olive oil

🌱1 tbsp nutritional yeast (adds a yummy cheesy taste)

🌱½ tsp garlic powder

🌱½ tsp salt

🌱¼ tsp black pepper


Method:

🌱Preheat oven to 425℉. 

🌱Trim the ends off the brussels sprouts and cut in halves.

🌱Spread Brussels sprouts evenly on a baking sheet.

🌱Drizzle with olive oil and spices.

🌱Bake for 18-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.

🌱Serve alongside your holiday roast, gravy, and mashed potatoes! 


This festive meal also goes perfectly with a warm glass of @earthsown oat nog. We picked some up at @vegansupplychinatown!😋


Fluffy Mashed Potato Ingredients:

🌱1 kg russet or yukon gold potatoes, peeled and quartered

🌱1 cup plant-based milk (we used soy)

🌱3/4 cup full-fat coconut milk (or substitute with additional plant-based milk) 

🌱6 cloves garlic, minced or pressed

🌱3 - 4 tbsp plant-based butter

🌱1 ½ - 2 ½ tsp salt (or to taste)

🌱Pepper to taste


Method:

🌱Wash and peel potatoes, make sure to save the peels to make our veggie crisps (recipe link in bio 🔗)

🌱 Cut potatoes into quarters

🌱Boil potatoes for 10-15 minutes and drain water

🌱In a saucepan, combine non-dairy milk, coconut milk, and garlic

🌱Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes

🌱Add potatoes, garlic infused milk, salt, and pepper to a large pot and mash using a potato masher or immersion blender until you achieve your desired consistency

🌱Enjoy!


Thank you @itdoesnttastelikechicken for inspiring these incredible holiday recipes.🌎😍


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