Who doesn’t love mashed potatoes? They’re so creamy, comforting, cheap to make, and can be loaded with flavors like the onion, garlic, and vegan gravy I’ve added to this recipe.
What you’ll love about these baked mashed potatoes
They are packed with the beautiful flavours of onion and garlic This dish is vegan-friendly but will still impress the meat lovers in your family This recipe is so easy and delicious + it’ll fill you right up It’s great for the holiday season
I made this recipe with the help of my friends at Bob’s Red Mill using their Nutritional Yeast for the cheesy nutty flavour, and their All-Purpose Flour. Their flour is gluten-free as well so it’s perfect for those with dietary restrictions at the dinner table! As you know, I’m a big fan of their Nutritional Yeast and add it to almost everything. It’s so versatile and it’s loaded with vitamin B-12 and protein which is a necessity in not just a vegan diet.
How to make these baked vegan mashed potatoes
In terms of the technique to really ace these baked mashed potatoes for your family, you’ll want to make sure you:
Are patient and caramelize the onions for as long possible – this will help you create the ultimate gravy base Don’t rush the baking time as you’ll want a gorgeous brown crust to develop on top + this will ensure the dish is hot in the middle The gravy will thicken up the next day, in my opinion, this is amazing, but if you like a lighter consistency then simply reheat in the oven to loosen up some of the oils When choosing your vegetable stock for the gravy, be sure to check for sodium levels, some are high in salt making the gravy too strong for most. I love using vegetable stock paste and stirring it with water. This way I control the sodium!
This creamy recipe for baked mashed potatoes with a vegan gravy is one of my go-to side dishes, but also I could seriously eat a whole bowl of this on its own. I love potatoes! All you do to make this recipe is make up the mashed potatoes with the spices below, and create a luscious gravy that you’ll pour over the potatoes in the casserole dish, dolloping the mash on top and then baking until it’s golden and perfect. This recipe should be creamy and flavorful, but still have the crispy brown top that we all love with baked mashed potato dishes.
More vegan comfort food to try
I know you’re probably craving comfort food this season so I thought I’d link some of my other favorite comforting recipes you can make as well.
The Best Vegan Meat Sauce Creamy Vegan Vegetable Soup Easy Vegan Butter Chicken Vegan Bean & Lentil Chili Mushroom Pot Pies
As the holiday season is fast approaching and you search for easy vegan recipes for your family dinners, consider making these baked mashed potatoes. But also, I want to know what your favorite side dishes are for the holidays or just when you’re looking for some good comfort food! Share them below and you may see me make my own vegan spin to it next.
