How to Make Loaded Mashed Potato Bowls - #RainaisCrazy - Cooking Recipe

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: colby jack cheese

Colby jack is often less expensive and melts well.

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is a leaner option, while pork belly can be cheaper.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: ricotta cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Cottage cheese can provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

Introduce the dish and explain its inspiration for someone who can't eat hard food.

Mention that the mashed potatoes are already made and emphasize the importance of creaminess and seasoning with salt and pepper.

Heat a large pan and add beef broth for the gravy.

In another pan, heat extra virgin olive oil and add chicken pieces.

Season the chicken with salt and black pepper, cooking until done.

For the gravy, add milk and cornstarch mixed with water to the beef broth, stirring until it thickens.

Cut the cooked chicken into smaller pieces for easier eating, especially for kids.

Sauté corn and beans in the same pan as the chicken for flavor.

Construct the bowls by adding a generous amount of mashed potatoes, followed by chicken, corn, beans, and green onions.

Top with homemade gravy and cheese before serving.

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