Sofrito Mashed Potatoes Recipes

SOFRITO

Steps:

• Combine the onion, bell pepper, sweet peppers, garlic and cilantro in a blender. Blend for 30 seconds, until an even consistency is achieved.

BASIC SOFRITO

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add the scallions, onions and tomato. Cook until the onions are soft and golden and the tomatoes have broken down, about 10 minutes, stirring often. Add cilantro, and salt and pepper.
• Transfer to a bowl. Use warm or at room temperature.

SOFRITO MASHED POTATOES

Steps:

• Fill a large pot with water, salt and potatoes and bring to boil. Cook until fork tender.
• Meanwhile, heat oil in a medium sauce pot over medium heat. When oil is hot add onions and peppers and saute for 3 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until it begins to brown. Lower the heat and add tomato paste and stir for 3 to 5 minutes. Deglaze with white wine and reduce by half.
• Add tomato sauce and bring to simmer for 5 minutes. Then stir in butter and cream and set aside, covered to keep warm.
• When potatoes are fork tender, drain water and mash slowly adding the sofrito mixture. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with cilantro.