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[@squisitissima2810]

Mandy, pop your jar of sundried tomatoes (with the oil) into the food processor and blend to a paste. Easy peasy!

[@OrlaQuirk]

What a great idea. I bet any extra could be frozen in an ice cube tray. I used to freeze pureed vegetables that way. Then I put the cubes in a ziplock bag in the freezer, and take one or two out at a time, for the baby. Of course, they could also be added to soups.

[@angel196989]

you can bake meatballs in the oven at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, They come out nice and brown and juicy

[@sandramcnichol540]

It's the only way I make meatballs now! Thank you

[@lelandgaunt9985]

No baby sitting or worried about them burning.

[@reginaturner5968]

Hay Mandy I always cook 2 turnips with the mashed potatoes and add butter and cream. The turnips give it a great flavor.

[@suecarter1274]

Ms. Mandy- I grew up in Louisiana and one of the distinct pleasures of my life was meeting Mr. Tony who used to sell his Creole seasoning out of the back of his car in baggies because ziploc's hadn't even been invented yet. At the time he was the national award-winning insurance salesman for whatever insurance he sold I can't remember the company but he was one of the nicest kindest people I've ever met a cajun threw and threw funny as allget out I have all of his cookbooks. Phonetic pronunciation of his last name- Sah sh ree. The SH sound is like you're about to say the word should Only just make the Sh sound. C'est si bon!

[@dianahegseth6279]

LOL Mandy you need to buy small size disposable powdered vinyl gloves. I love mine - I buy from Walgreens but I' sure they sell on Amazon. I never let myself run out. Use them in the kitchen, bathroom, laundry room and when planting outside. Love you and thank you for all your dinners!

[@busygirl4474]

I use those too. Fit perfect

[@allicatmcd]

Make sure they're nitrile and you won't have to deal with a latex allergy one day. Trust me, it's not fun.

[@dianapowell3140]

I buy the gloves at Sam's. I use them for my fluid art painting. Using for food prep is a good idea.

[@joelcopeland3018]

I use The Tony Chachere's on steaks I grill, on shrimp I broil or grill, on pork chops... It is an essential ingredient for my fried turkeys... great on all types of meats plus I sprinkle it on my popcorn...

[@kathypalmer5265]

If you'll put your onion in the freezer for 20-30 minutes before you slice/chop it, there'll be no tears ❤

[@conniebrock]

I put mine in the freezer. Also if you put a wet paper towel by the onion as you are cutting it helps with the burning of your eyes.

[@mikofylstra6261]

I immediately put my chopped onions (if they are overly potent) into ice water. All it takes is a moment to calm them down...the afterburner, anyway

[@harlowcat614]

Thanks for the tip lol I have been running them under cold water lol I will try the freezer

[@The_Timinator]

Depends on the Onion Type, it's NOT the smell that makes our eyes water, it's fumes that trigger our eyes to fight off the fumes... a small fan blowing across the chopping area keeps your eyes free from the acid fumes.

[@MHarenArt]

I saw someone take all those potato peelings (from wshed potatoes), dry them well, then oil and salt them and air fry them until crispy! what a great crispy snack!!

[@bonnieballew7762]

A trick to slicing onions into rings is to stab a fork into the root end of the onion to hold it. No fingers in the way and no wobble.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Love this idea! Thank you!

[@barbarajohnson83]

Great video Mandy! Thanks for sharing. Tomorrow I am making your No Bake Mint Oreo Cheesecake Pie for dessert on Sunday for St. Patrick’s Day. Have a great weekend.

[@patsyhelms1102]

Hey Mandy I’m one of the ones who suggested you try Dukes in the mashed potatoes. I’m 84 yrs and my mom did it and of course I’ve always done it. When ever you use Dukes no matter what it will be good. Love Dukes.

[@teresaevans6761]

That chicken orzo dish looks amazing. I always use my mixer on my mashed potatoes.

[@gaylegreen4092]

Mandy, love your show and our dog (a goldendoodle) loves Gracie! Every time he sees her he runs to the tv. Watching this show my daughter said, “Mandy, air fryer!” She makes large meatballs, ice cream scoop size, she cooks them in the air fryer at 375 for 8 minutes. She shakes them half way through to double check them and they are AMAZING! She adds in minced garlic, diced red or regular onions shredded carrots, spinach, dash or 2 of Worcestershire sauce and a bit of Parmesan cheese in addition to your favorite binder and egg and seasoning. So they are denser than most. Good on their own or with your favorite sauce. They also make great sandwiches when sliced.

[@karibear6504]

A little trick to help your meatballs stay together is to saute your onions and let them cool completely before adding to the meat mixture. Just soften them up a bit so they aren't tearing your meatballs apart in the pan.

[@JanetBrown-px2jn]

Absolutely 👍

[@bettychrispatterson9314]

Mandy, you can use the food processor to make the sundried tomatoe texture easier to eat, actually makes it into a paste.

[@paularuberia5465]

Try putting ranch dressing in your mashed potatoes, it's so good

[@carolpowerslavenderdreamsc1599]

I also use sour cream in my mashed potatoes. Going to try mayonnaise!! Yummy recipes. Hubby loves mashed potatoes, so I'm going to try the meatball recipe!! Thanks Mandy!! 💜

[@carlinegilbert3684]

Both look soooo good. I cannot wait to try them, southern girls do love their gravy.

[@annette8268]

Cream cheese is also great in mash potato’s. The flavored cream cheese spreads are a great flavor enhancers. Not a lot a heaping spoon full or two is all it takes.

[@paulamcleod1227]

I've never thought of using mayonnaise in mashed potatoes!

[@lisastreet8920]

I lived in New Orleans for 17 years. I always heard that seasoning blend pronounced Tony Sash er ees.

[@sandybowman7140]

Cool, I butchered it apparently 😂❤ Thanks for telling us!

[@bobbywinkler5740]

As a kid growing up my nanny always made her mashed potatoes with dukes Mayo, whole milk, salt , and pepper. It’s amazing and I make it the same way my kids love it ❤.

[@anneinstx1969]

Tell Steven to "wash," the motions of scrubbing/washing, his hands with oil, use olive or veg oil, after handling/chopping hot peppers. It will cut the capsaicin so that it won't burn. I haven't tried putting a finger in my eye to test it, but it didn't burn to put finger on my lip to test. Learned that somewhere years ago. Messy, but definitely helps shorten the time it can be dangerous. Just soap and water won't cut it.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Thank you for the tip!!!

[@kk7757]

I too have always used Dukes mayo in mashed potatoes. Delicious.

[@catiedavis9844]

My distant cousins are the sauers who started dukes mayo. My great grandfather first cousin was Conrad sauer who started dukes. Love you and Steven

[@MandyintheMaking]

Oh that's so cool!! Well THANK YOU to your family!

[@melissab1044]

I love sour cream or ranch dressing in my mashed potatoes! Everything looks delicious!

[@Mphscat]

If you're not shopping at ALDI you're missing out for sure! Tony Chachere also makes a salt free version for those of us who don't use added salt for health reasons. Yay for the jalapeno addition!!! Chicken recipe looks ❤‍🔥🔥

[@bonniepwtf]

Good to know, thank you.🚫🧂

[@tiffanyguillorycrowedfree5472]

Tony’s sa-chu-ree’s Louisiana proud!

[@JenniferSmith-oi1lf]

I was was watching and my husband walked by and saw you making the cajun chicken orzo. He said "Get that recipe. It looks really good. I guessing know what we'll be having for dinner one night next week. Love watching you.

[@MandyintheMaking]

Haha! Love it!

[@joshuawilliamson6511]

Love these videos! Bought my wife the sage green cookware set for Valentine’s Day and we have been mega impressed! Looking forward to expanding the collection of caraway products in our home!

[@lisahoward1969]

Enjoying a cup of cozy coffee while watching some good cooking ❤

[@BeingTink]

I add 1/4 cup of Dukes AND 1/4 cup of daisy to my mashed potatoes. Best of both worlds!

[@mother-of.2]

I’ve got the same gloves for when I’m mixing meat. Just a little hint, I use a rubber band on the top of them around my wrist to hold them on my hands. Works great! Love your videos!

[@KimberlyCollins-n6r]

9:39 My mama and grandma have always put Dukes mayo is their mashed potatoes. Of course it has to be Duke's.From a fellow South Carolinian this was another great set of recipes can't wait to try the meatballs recipe.😊

[@tammybabcock4802]

Good evening Mandy and Steven and thank you for sharing your yummy meals with us

[@tonismith824]

My husband always loved mayo in his mashed potatoes. I don’t t eat ketchup so I dip my French fries in dukes mayo.

[@BrowneyedGirlmjd]

Fries in mayo is "the bomb" and very European.

[@mary-s2p5y]

Cajun coking isn't hot just flavorful. Usually you make a roux as a base for everything. I went to Aldi today and found Irish sausage so I bought two for our Irish dinner on Sunday. It has Ale and onions in it. I hope it is good.

[@lifeinthewolfepack6358]

I used to make tons of cheeseballs at Kroger with oversized gloves. Put rubberbands or hairbands over the gloves at your wrists to keep them from sliding off.

[@Estranged180]

While I have thought about using mayo in mashed potatoes, as well as ranch powder (my wife loves ranch, I don't), the one thing that I have that makes mashed potatoes even better.... is a ricer. No lump mashed potatoes every time. To put a finer point on this, I have a box of instant mashed potatoes in my pantry, unopened. I'll open it if I screw up on mashed potatoes. It's been there for about 3 years. I might need to replace it. Anyway, a ricer. Makes the potatoes into about the size of a grain of rice, easy to mix butter and cream into (and mayo, or ranch powder, or bacon bits and green onions)

[@lindamathews9168]

We like a bit of French Onion dip in our mashed potatoes. It works well with the salisbury meatballs. Cut up fresh onion under the vent hood while turned on- it sucks out the onion fumes.

[@saidaswift9531]

Yep! I've been making mash potatoes with mayo for years. It was how my grandmother made it. All the recipes looked delish.

[@lb1460]

That's awesome. My Grandma was a great "use up what you have" and everything came out wonderful.

[@GloriaJackson-r4b]

I also remember my next door neighbor putting in a TBSP of Mayo when making her cornbread. Kept it nice and moist. Just saying!!

[@debbielee7117]

You can’t go wrong with Tony’s - I like it on everything!

[@sarahlarson1082]

To help with a strong onion, cut the top off first and then the root. It seems to help. If you like Fluffy mashed potatoes, heat your milk till very warm before adding it to the tators. Yum! Have never heard of adding mayo to them. Will be trying that soon.

[@carolnelsongerontologist]

I love you singing “Where are you Christmas “ melody to “Where are you parsley”?.

[@whatevgirlie]

Those brown bits at the bottom of the pan are called "fond" 😊

[@Kathy-Carr]

Will definitely try the second recipe. I always use my ricer for mashed potatoes. Guaranteed no lumps. Thank you, Mandy! 🪻

[@Daisyj925]

Yaassss! My girl Jessica-Oh! She’s sooo good!! I’m gonna try the chicken and orzo for sure! Everything looks so yummy!

[@MadelynFenu]

I flatten the meatballs a bit. They are a bit more oval. They brown more easily, and flip easier. Looks so good

[@reginagilley3935]

Great idea...so simple, but I have never thought to do this! I guess you could call them "meat-footballs" 😂

[@carlyyoung3481]

My favorite mashed potatoes are Bob Evans. 😁❤

[@BrowneyedGirlmjd]

Me too!! Or rather the Canadian equivalent. 🍁❤🙂

[@sandybowman7140]

Amen & Hallelujah! Cold outta the frig late at night, helps u get right back to sleep! Not sure which I love more, cold or hot!? 😂❤

[@dianeallen4468]

They actually are good 😋.

[@patriciaemeigh4370]

Yummy!! Looking forward to trying all of these, but especially the cajun. I don’t normally make cajun dishes but would try this one.

[@stacycardinale8081]

Mandy, you can make sundried tomato paste by putting it in the blender. I don't like the texture either, so i blend it

[@ruthannhendricks7614]

Both riles looked so delicious! I didn’t know about putting the mayo in mashed potatoes,so will definitely try it on my next load of potatoes!

[@jennifermarienazario-macki1027]

the same way you do the meatball you can do baby meatloaf with mashed potatoes

[@missydisco7959]

Thanks for sharing. My family has always added a dollop of Duke's to our mashed potatoes. Makes a big difference!

[@lorriew8627]

Hi Mandy, ..i was making mashed tators..and had used up the milk..and no sour cream. So..i put in mayo..and now..thats how i make it.. Just switching and using up the fall / winter foods...stocking up on dukes and olives...spring/summer..grill...salads...and whimpy burgers..❤❤❤ Blessings

[@AnnaMMPlaysGames]

I put Mayo with my potatoes a lot. It’s yummy. It works with cold potato salad and with warm potatoes.

[@shanoelulm]

Mayonnaise is my go to in mashed potatoes. It is the only way to go if you are going to freeze them. I roll leftovers into balls and freeze them. That way, I can pull out just one or two when I need them.

[@lorilord4272]

My aunt used dry coffee creamer in her mashed potatoes.

[@jmbear628]

i was having me a pork chop for lunch. watched your video. made that onion gravy and had with my chop. yummy.

[@angelakirklin9288]

Perfect mashed potatoes, peeled boiled potatoes mashed with S & P , butter and canned evaporated milk .... no need for heavy cream and sour cream or mayo.

[@marywalker1394]

Good idea thanks ❤

[@paulachristopher9451]

I always put a dollop of mayo on my mashed potatoes when it's on my plate...yummy!

[@brendabass756]

I've always put mayonnaise in my mashed potatoes, and yes it has to be Dukes! It makes them taste SO much better! 😊

[@karinmeister2402]

I'm adding both recipes to my must-have list. Just as soon as I'm able to swallow again, I have a whole lot of your recipes I want to try. I had mouth cancer, and radiation did a job on me. Watching you and your family has helped me get through this. I love cooking and can't wait to get back in the kitchen. Give Gracie some chin skritches from my babies, Goblin and Pixie.😊

[@MandyintheMaking]

Oh Karin, I'm so sorry. I have a friend who had tonsil cancer and the radiation did the same to her. I pray you are doing much better!!

[@karinmeister2402]

@MandyintheMaking Thank you. Mine started when I bit my tongue. It didn't heal . By the time I got someone to listen to me, it was months later. I lost 60% of my tongue. I now have a feeding tube. I would like other people to know they have to advocate for themselves. If no one listens to you, don't give up or think they know best because they have a medical degree. I will now get off my soap box. 🙄

[@sandybowman7140]

​@@karinmeister2402Wow Karen, that's so hard! I'll be praying for u too. I know what ur saying about demanding Dr's listen - how often did a Dr push something off on "female anxiety" when there really was something going on!? Keep being a fighter girl! ❤

[@michelleduke-vn4im]

I am recovering from tonsil cancer myself. The radiation did do a job on m,e also

[@antoinettelasseigne3216]

Prayers, I completely feel your pain...I'm 22 years out from tongue cancer. Lost half my tongue and then after radiation, lost teeth, and then several years later had to have jaw replacement (again due to radiation). I'm very blessed to still be here, but life is forever different. Don't ever give up!

[@MsGail61]

I haven’t found the Aldi sun dried tomato pesto recently either, but I know Classico makes some that I’ve seen in Publix.

[@ericarandall2692]

My 16 year old daughter has little hands and we use those gloves, they are huge on her. I will either tie the cuff at the wrist or she will put a rubber band around the cuff on her wrist. It helps a lot. I always take the stems off the spinach, too. Have a wonderful weekend!

[@SimplySherryYT]

I made homemade turkey stew for supper tonight yum one of our family faves

[@joielynette]

Hey y'all 🤗 just a couple of tips --- I use a cookie scoop when making meatballs, you'll have same size meatballs to insure even cooking. When I peel potatoes I put down paper towels so it'll catch the peel and then I just have to fold up the towels and go straight into the trash. Easy clean up. Those meatballs look delicious. I will have to give them a try. Have a great weekend.

[@deborahwhite6032]

I've always added Mayo to my mp n toys, basil, garlic, pwdr, little salt, parsley until they taste right.

[@truthseeker6370]

I look forward to all of your new videos, Mandy! You are Real in your cooking. I love the banter and funness between you and Steven. I love how much Steven clearly loves you. You are truly blessed!

[@MandyintheMaking]

Thank you so much!!

[@michellewells1456]

You can also use the oil in the jar of sun dried tomatoes in place of olive oil to get some more of the flavor without the texture

[@deniseheins2133]

Ooh, I'll try those meatballs. We made Salisbury Steak meatballs a while back and WOW. They will definitely be a repeat. Mandy, I'm with you on the sundried tomatoes. I love tomatoes to the point that I will eat 3 pounds a week. But I do not like the texture of dried. They're almost prickly.

[@stonerscravings]

I use a ricer and the potatoes are luxurious. I want those meatballs and gravy!

[@julievicary5606]

Creme fresh is good in mashed potatoes as well

[@wendysfairbanks924]

I also heard if you take some paper towel, get it wet and squeeze out the water and then just lay it in front of you and it is supposed to help.

[@sandybowman7140]

Hey Mandy, I'm definitely gonna do the Meatballs but I'm not a spicy girl so I think I'll sub Lemon Pepper for the Orzo. Also, my Mom did a kinda Country Potato with chunky mashed reds, butter, garlic powder, & (brace urself) COTTAGE CHEESE, & Shredded Cheddar. They are to die for & whenever they go to a potluck, theyre wiped out in record time. She just threw it in on a whim one day & it was a happy accident! Hope u try it sometime. ❤ PS: Gracie called & she is not happy, she's thinking she needs to start a union! "Cheese or bust" is what she's gonna call it. 🤭❤️

[@thethriftybaker3]

Well, we made the meatballs and gravy tonight, and my husband is a HUGE fan! Still used sour cream in my mashed potatoes, but this one is going into our regular rotation!!!

[@tammyhill5082]

OMG you finaly tried the Dukes. I have used it for years, to me it makes the pot whiter. Love you and your family. Thanks for all the video's

[@shannonmcmullen3916]

Y'all make my Friday night so much better!!

[@janbarrie211]

3/18/24 Hello Mandy, About a week ago I watched one of your KZbin videos. One of the recipes a had canned apple pie filling and butterscotch chips. I went shopping for those items but when I tried to find the video again I couldn’t. I couldn’t remember the other recipes from that video,so I’m sure where else to look. It may have been an older one. Please help me find the recipe so I can use what I bought. You and your cute little family brighten my day every time I watch. Thanks. Jan

[@conniehayes2150]

My mom used to do that with her mashed potatoes, so that is they way I do mine w/Dukes mayo. I never measure just a big glob of it.

[@RachelleMaiorana]

Definitely going to try the Meatballs and Gravy. Thanks for sharing great recipes!

[@joanstrader4243]

Going to definitely try the meatball and gravy recipe this weekend. I love Tuesday and Friday videos you are so entertaining to watch and I have loved everything I have made so far. I hope Gracy gets some cheese in the next one. Have a blessed weekend!

[@donnamullins2089]

Yum the meatballs look delicious. Well everything looked delicious. Thanks Mandy.

[@stephanie2]

Looks all so delicious. I love Dukes. I've never tried Dukes in mashed potatoes and I will be trying it ♥️

[@MandyintheMaking]

Let me know what you think!!

[@msadmiral6319]

Put your onions in the fridge you will never cry again. ❤

[@angel196989]

I recently joined Thrive Market because you spoke so highly of it. I've already received my first order and everything was great. I have another order coming on or around the 15th of next month. I can't wait to try some of the snacks I added to my order, they look yummy. I had a below the knee amputation 10 months ago and I'm still learning how to walk again, so online shopping is a lot better than carting a wheelchair or a walker everywhere and having to make sure no one accidentally bumps/runs into me since my balance is still a little off. I remove the stems from baby spinach too and my son keeps telling me you can eat those mom, so I tell him I don't like them and if I wanted to eat a leaf, I would have someone go grab me a handful off the tree outside my window

[@dianeallen4468]

Prayers up for you to be able to get around easily 🙏❤️.

[@MandyintheMaking]

I'm glad TM has been helpful to you! I'm sorry you had to have the amputation done, but I'm praying you become a pro at getting around quickly and that you get stronger everyday!!

[@angel196989]

@@MandyintheMaking thank you I'm slowly getting there

[@angel196989]

@@dianeallen4468 thank you

[@margedunkle7643]

Cut your onions in half first. You will have a stable cutting edge.

[@lavernejones4471]

Hi Mandy. Everything looks great! I love meatballs and gravy so I would probably try that one first. I usually use frozen meatballs. Gracie was so funny! Hey Cole 🥰😎 Thanks for sharing.🤗💕

[@teresawilliams662]

Update. Just got home from surgery and everything went well. I'm a little sore and a lot tired but had to watch one of my favorite channel videos from Mandy. ❤

[@sandybowman7140]

Well, hoping & praying u recover well Teresa! Doesn't it feel great to be home?! ❤

[@teresawilliams662]

It feels so great to be home. Especially after being at the doctors and the hospital all day long.

[@dianeallen4468]

Prayers up for speedy recovery ❤️🙏🙏!!

[@MandyintheMaking]

Prayers for you! Take it easy!!!

[@beckyhines3814]

I would make the one with Orzo and chicken first. Have a good weekend. 😊

[@jennifern2562]

As Gracie’s attorney, she demands reparations in the form of a double serving of cheese in the next recipe! 😂

[@MandyintheMaking]

LOL

[@mmanda515]

To this day, I sneak in about the same amt into mashed potato... but use Dean's French Onion Dip. Adds the slightest hint of that familiar taste. Everyone always asks, no one knows. :)

[@sherrysmith4648]

I am going to try the onion gravy and meatballs. And I am for sure going to try putting Duke's in my potatoes!❤❤❤

[@katmanning]

I love both recipes but the cajun seasonings would do me in. I have some fresh premade meatballs so that might be a winner for me.

[@msc8663]

Put some garlic in the potatoes while cooking and mash it with potatoes. My daughter adds sour cream. L9ve ya'll

[@moakley60]

Everything looks delicious! 😋

[@debbie678]

I'm trying both of these for sure 👍. Thank you 😊

[@reginagodfrey5375]

add about a full tablespoon of mayo. I never knew there was any other way to make them. Dukes makes anything better.

[@PeggyKelley-c8j]

I love the chicken with orzo, that looks like something we would love here at my home, thanks for sharing and give that poor sweet cat some cheese LOL

[@anitas5817]

Tony’s is delicious. We just call it Tony’s here in south Louisiana- everyone knows what it is. It’s spicy but not just hot, and it does have a nice amount of salt.

[@heatherschocker4142]

you can buy sun dried tomatoes in a pouch and they are not in oil.

[@sheriknight4189]

We love your channel. Several months ago, we used your link for Thrive Market. I love it! I am in a small town, so I can get so many things delivered to my door a can't get at the store. We have made a lot of your recipes, and we love each one. Give Gracie Lou some pets from us!