Description
Duchess Potatoes are a classic and elegant side dish made from creamy mashed potatoes piped into beautiful swirls and baked until golden brown. They are the perfect accompaniment to any special meal or holiday gathering.
Ingredients
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Potatoes:
- 2 1/2 pounds (1133.98g) potatoes (Yukon or Russet)
Mashed Potato Mixture:
- 4 tablespoons (56g) unsalted butter (divided)
- 1/3 cup (80g) heavy cream
- 1/4 teaspoon (0.5g) nutmeg
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/3 cup (33.33g) Parmesan
- 4 large egg yolks
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into chunks, boil until fork-tender, then drain and dry.
- Mix Ingredients: Combine cooked potatoes with butter, cream, nutmeg, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Mash until smooth.
- Add Eggs: Incorporate egg yolks into the mashed potatoes, being careful not to overmix.
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Pipe Potatoes: Transfer mashed potatoes to a pastry bag fitted with a star tip, pipe onto the baking sheet in swirls.
- Bake: Brush with butter and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from oven and serve hot.
Notes
- For a crispier texture, broil the duchess potatoes for a few minutes before serving.
- Experiment with different herbs and cheeses to customize the flavor of your duchess potatoes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
