How Many Pounds Of Mashed Potatoes Per Person?

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[spoiler]It is hard to imagine that anybody who lives in or has visited the U.S. would not have at least a passing familiarity with mashed potatoes. Most Americans consume about 175 lbs. of potatoes per year, with one serving consisting of 4.5 ounces of mashed potatoes.

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How Many Pounds of Mashed Potatoes Should I Make?

As you know, mashed potatoes are an important side dish to most people, but did you know that mashed potatoes are great for the whole family? They are loaded with tons of fiber and iron, which is a great source of vitamins and minerals. So, why not increase the nutritional value of your family’s mashed potatoes by adding in some pumpkin and butternut squash?

Instant Pot Potatoes

This is an easy one – potatoes in the Instant Pot! Simply dump your potatoes in and mash them!

Make Ahead Chicken Pot Pie

How many pounds of mashed potatoes per person

Make Ahead Potato Casserole

The perfect casserole recipe. This easy recipe is loaded with flavor and is the perfect dish to take to a potluck or family gathering. This comforting casserole is perfect for a crowd because it can be made ahead and simply reheated before serving.

Roast Chicken

Recipe: one large roasting chicken (with giblets if your family likes them) plus one onion sliced, one bag of baby carrots, one bag of peas, one bag of baby turnips, two pounds of potatoes, and two heads of garlic.

Brian Danny Max

I’m Brian Danny Max, a chef and a writer at cookingtom.com. I’m here to talk about food and cooking, and to share some of my favorite recipes with you all! I’ve been interested in food and cooking since I was a child. My parents are both great cooks, and they taught me a lot about the kitchen. I’ve been cooking professionally for about 10 years now, and I’ve loved every minute of it! I specialize in healthy, flavorful recipes that are easy to make at home. I believe that anyone can cook a delicious meal, no matter their skill level. I’m here to help you learn how to cook, and to show you that it’s not as difficult as you might think! I hope you’ll check out my blog and my recipes, and I look forward to hearing from you!