Mash recipes

As an alternative to a classic comforting mash, try roasting sweet potatoes and crushing with spicy smoked chilli paste

This mash recipe involves beating your potatoes so the result is super-smooth, flavoured with parsley, dill and chives

A new take on champ using Italian kale-like cabbage, bacon and celeriac, a versatile root that's lighter than potato

'Skirlie' is a Scottish word for toasted oatmeal, which gives a crunchy texture to mashed potato - try this as a side dish at your Hogmanay celebration

Pair this comforting mash with a warming casserole for a match made in heaven

Substitute potatoes with pulses for a healthy alternative mash with a chunky texture

Give your mash a spicy kick with this comforting and alternative veggie side dish

Give your mash a bit of texture with humble haricot beans and a hint of luxury with an optional splash of truffle oil

Mash doesn't have to be all about potatoes. This superhealthy side adds swede and carrots to the mix for a veggie treat

Give plain mashed potatoes a twist by using smoked butter for an indulgent, comforting side dish

Spruce up your usual mash with something a bit different. The garlicky artichoke hearts add a new and delicious twist

Serve up a side that's lower in fat than most mash recipes, plus has a crispy cheddar cheese topping and thyme flavour

A simple and warming mashed potato dish with added crispy bacon, a complimentary match for pork dishes

Creamy mash laced with good-for-you greens makes for a simple, low-fat side that's budget friendly too

Give your guests more than just mash with this tasty bake. Comfort food has never tasted so good

Make your mash healthier by adding half-fat crème fraîche instead of butter and milk. Boil garlic with the potatoes for added flavour.

A low-fat, but creamy and delicious mash that's made to be eaten with sausages

Try out a new way with root vegetables- serve celeriac mashed with sweet apples and fiery horseradish

Side dishes don't get much better than this - creamy, classic mashed potatoes with a hot mustard kick

Two great side dishes combined, this herby mashed potato with cauliflower and cheddar works perfectly with sausages, veal or chicken

Give creamy mash a subtle kick with fresh or creamed horseradish for a warming side dish - perfect with hearty stews and casseroles

Make mash extra special with diced black pudding pieces. This side dish goes perfectly with roasted pork

A luxurious twist on the comforting classic

This is a delicious accompaniment to Christmas dinner, but is also a great way to use up those leftover cooked sprouts