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Duchess Potatoes

Duchess Potatoes: Creamy, Crispy Bliss for Your Dinner Table

Duchess Potatoes are a luxurious side dish that elevates any meal with creamy texture and crispy edges.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon gold potatoes Peeled and chopped
  • 3 large egg yolks
For the Creaminess
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter divided
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese grated
For Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
For Garnishing
  • Chives or parsley Freshly chopped
  • 1 tablespoon sea salt for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowl
  • Potato Masher or Ricer
  • piping bag with star tip
  • Baking Sheet
  • Small Saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Boil potatoes by peeling and chopping 2 pounds of Russet or Yukon gold potatoes into even chunks and covering them with salted water. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter and warm 1/4 cup of heavy cream in a small saucepan or microwave.
  4. Mash the drained potatoes until smooth and combine with melted butter, warm cream, grated Parmesan, salt, black pepper, and egg yolks.
  5. Pipe the potato mixture into swirls on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Brush the tops of the piped potatoes with remaining melted butter and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Garnish with chives or parsley and sprinkle with sea salt before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for dinner parties, Duchess Potatoes can be made ahead of time and frozen for later use. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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