Servings: 4 | WW Points: ~6–7 points per serving 💙
🛒 Ingredients
Mashed Potatoes (Light Version)
- 2 lbs potatoes, peeled and quartered 🥔
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (or skim milk)
- 1 tbsp light butter (or 1 tsp olive oil + 1 tbsp fat-free Greek yogurt for creaminess)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Ground Beef Gravy (Light Version)
- 1 lb 96% lean ground beef (or ground turkey to save 1–2 points)
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp whole wheat flour (or all-purpose)
- ¾ cup low-sodium beef broth (adds richness with fewer calories)
- ½ tsp curry powder (optional, adds warmth)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 cup frozen peas and carrots (optional, adds color and fiber 🌿)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Make Mashed Potatoes:
- Boil potatoes until tender. Drain and mash with almond milk, light butter, salt, and pepper.
- For extra creaminess, stir in 1 tbsp Greek yogurt — it adds a velvety texture without extra fat.
- Cook the Beef:
- Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high. Add lean ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain any liquid, then add onion and garlic. Cook until fragrant and soft.
- Make the Gravy:
- Sprinkle flour over the beef and stir for 1 minute.
- Gradually pour in broth, stirring until the mixture thickens.
- Season with salt, pepper, and curry powder.
- Add Veggies (Optional):
- Stir in peas and carrots; cook until heated through.
- Serve:
- Spoon creamy mashed potatoes onto a plate, top with savory beef gravy, and enjoy warm comfort without the guilt 💙
💡 Tips
✨ Use cauliflower mash for a lighter base — 0-point alternative that still feels creamy.
✨ Add fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for flavor without points.
✨ Make-ahead friendly — reheats beautifully for meal prep!
