Loaded Mashed Potatoes (Vegan)

Ingredients

• • 12 medium potatoes (about 4 lbs or 1 kg)

  • 1 pkg Yves veggie bacon, optional

  • 1 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

  • 1/4 cup Margarine (vegan)

  • 1 small can (160 ml) coconut cream

  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

  • 1 bunch green onion (finely chopped)

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped), optional

  • sprinkling of paprika, optional

Preparation

• 1. Peel, rinse, and cut potatoes into 1" chunks, then place in a large pot of water.

  2. Rinse the potatoes again, then cover with water and bring to a boil.

  3. Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook for 20 minutes, until potatoes are tender throughout.

  4. If adding the optional Yves bacon, chop it into small bits, and fry in a small amount of oil over medium heat, until crispy.  Then set aside.

  5. Drain the potatoes, add the margarine, salt, and pepper, and then mash until fluffy (or add to a stand mixer with the whisk attachment, and go to step 6).

  6. Add the coconut cream and vinegar, and continue mashing (or whipping) until creamy smooth.

  7. Fold-in the green onion, optional parsley, and optional bacon bits until well mixed.

  8. Optionally sprinkle the top with paprika, and serve.