Instant mashed potato takes 2 minutes to make requiring only hot milk and dried flakes. When energy is zero this provides soft comforting carbohydrates with minimal effort. Add cheese or butter for extra calories and comfort.
⚡ Quick Facts
Portion Guidance: Start with half a portion and pause before continuing. It's okay to stop early.
🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?
Start with half portion. Even 3-4 forkfuls provides warming comfort and carbohydrates when eating feels difficult.
🥚 Ingredients
50g instant mash flakes (Smash brand £1.20 for 280g or Tesco own-brand), 100ml semi-skimmed milk, small knob butter (optional), pinch of salt (optional)
📝 Instructions
Heat 100ml milk in microwave 60-90 seconds until hot but not boiling. Pour into bowl. Stir in 50g instant mash flakes. Stir vigorously 30 seconds. Let sit 30 seconds to thicken. Stir again. Add butter if using. Serve warm.
🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today
😔 Low Appetite
Make full portion but eat just 3-4 forkfuls. Save rest covered in fridge. Even small amount provides comfort.
🤢 Feeling Nauseous
Serve warm not hot. Very plain no butter no salt. Eat one small forkful at a time with pauses between.
😊 Normal Appetite
Make full bowl. Add generous butter and grated cheese stirred through. Could add tinned tuna or baked beans for protein. More substantial meal.
📦 Storage & Make-Ahead
Store prepared mash in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat with splash of milk. Dry flakes keep for months in cupboard making this always available.
📊 Nutrition & Compliance
Instant potato provides carbohydrates for energy. Made with milk adds protein and calcium. Soft texture very easy to eat. Quick preparation when energy low. Budget-friendly.
Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
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⚡ Quick Facts
🍽️ How Much Should I Eat?
Start with half portion. Even 3-4 forkfuls provides warming comfort and carbohydrates when eating feels difficult.
🥚 Ingredients
50g instant mash flakes (Smash brand £1.20 for 280g or Tesco own-brand), 100ml semi-skimmed milk, small knob butter (optional), pinch of salt (optional)
📝 Instructions
Heat 100ml milk in microwave 60-90 seconds until hot but not boiling. Pour into bowl. Stir in 50g instant mash flakes. Stir vigorously 30 seconds. Let sit 30 seconds to thicken. Stir again. Add butter if using. Serve warm.
🔄 Adapt This Recipe to How You Feel Today
😔 Low Appetite
Make full portion but eat just 3-4 forkfuls. Save rest covered in fridge. Even small amount provides comfort.
🤢 Feeling Nauseous
Serve warm not hot. Very plain no butter no salt. Eat one small forkful at a time with pauses between.
😊 Normal Appetite
Make full bowl. Add generous butter and grated cheese stirred through. Could add tinned tuna or baked beans for protein. More substantial meal.
💚 You're Doing Great
📦 Storage & Make-Ahead
Store prepared mash in fridge up to 3 days. Reheat with splash of milk. Dry flakes keep for months in cupboard making this always available.
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer: These recipes are for general healthy eating inspiration only and are not medical advice. Always follow guidance from your prescriber. If you experience severe nausea, vomiting, or cannot eat for more than 24 hours, contact your healthcare provider immediately.
