Is artificial mashed potato healthy?

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I have been eating mashed potatoes made from powder. I wonder if its less healthy than real mashed potatoes. Do you make your mashed potatoes from real potatoes?

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Real potatoes are also cheaper but need more work.

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I don’t think it’s unhealthy, perhaps just less nutrients than real potatoes with their skin on.

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they’re quick and easy, aren’t they.

I prefer boxed scalloped.

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My mantra is if the food is easier than the og version, then they are less healthy. Typically food that is convenient is less healthy cause it is more processed.

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Yes, I just helped my dad cook and I did the mashed potatoes. Its easy, just mix boiling water with butter, milk and powdered mix.

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Its probably fine. As long as you digest it fine its all good.

I digest pizza pops very well :yum: others do not.

I feel really energized after a big mac and others do not lol

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Good question never really thought about it.

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I eat mostly powdered Idaho potatos everyday.

I prefer freshly mashed potato’s. So much better. But so much work.

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I think that instant mashed potatoes are still made from real dehydrated potatoes so…

But I prefer the taste of real mashed potatoes myself.

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I think @Bowens is correct. Instant potatoes are still made with real potato flakes. If you read the nutrition and ingredient contents it will tell you what vitamins they have.

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I toss them in a five gallon bucket with water and use a paint mixer attachment on my drill at high speed to peel them. I just have to spot them for the indented places that are missed. Toss in water with a bit of lemon juice and white vinegar before storing in the fridge so they won’t discolour.

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Power tool in the kitchen, love this. Adding to my list of Life Hacks

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Just don’t overfill the bucket with potatoes. They need room to move freely in the water. When this doesn’t work it’s because people overdid it with the tater/water ratio. You’ll get the hang of it with practice.

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