Spinach and Corn Mashed Potatoes

This isn't a combination that I ever would have dreamed of, but it's so good! In my book, it's comfort food at its finest.

Since I'm beyond sleep deprived, still sick, and now have four sick kiddos, none of whom have the same thing I have, I'm in definite need of comfort food. I'm going to do my best to make this tonight!


Spinach and Corn Mashed Potatoes


3 lbs red potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/2 tsp sea salt
1 c Earth Balance, soy-free
1 c milk substitute of choice, unsweetened*
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbsp olive oil
3 c whole kernel corn
20-oz fresh baby spinach, stems removed
3 tsp garlic, minced

Fill a large pot with water, add 1/2 tsp sea salt, and bring to a boil.
Add potatoes and boil until tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain well and return potatoes to the pot.
Add Earth Balance and milk substitute, and mash potatoes until light and fluffy.
Season to taste with sea salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add olive oil and corn, and sauté for 2 or 3 minutes.
Stir in spinach and garlic and sauté just until spinach is wilted.
Fold mixture into mashed potatoes.
Add salt and pepper to taste and serve!

*This recipe can be grain-free, depending upon the milk substitute used.

Celestial Stew

Celestial Stew is one of my favorites. As a matter of fact, I have a cold right now and I'm craving it big time! Too bad I don't have the energy to make it!

I don't know if my kids would eat it, especially in light of the fact that they tend to go running in the opposite direction at the sight of a single pea. :) Maybe they'd eat it if I tried putting dumplings on top...



Celestial Stew

2 lbs potatoes, peeled & cubed
2 28-oz cans Muir Glen tomatoes, chopped, with liquid
2 med onions, diced
3 med carrots, sliced
1 10-oz bag Cascadian Farm frozen sweet corn
1 10-oz bag Cascadian Farm frozen sweet peas
1 qt vegetable broth
2 Tbsp garlic powder
2 tsp dried oregano
2 tsp dried basil
1 tsp dried rosemary
2 bay leaves
1 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp rubbed sage
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, minced
2 tsp sea salt

Boil the potatoes until soft, about 25 minutes.

Drain, and add the tomatoes and juice.

Add the onion, carrots, corn, and peas.

Stir well and cook for 5 minutes.

Add the remaining ingredients and cook, uncovered, on low for about two hours.

Remove bay leaves before serving.


Update:

My nice hubby made Celestial Stew for me. It really hit the spot! On a whim, I stirred a little bit of Bragg Apple Cider Vinegar into my bowl. I don't know if it's just me but I loved it!