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Duchess Potatoes

Duchess Potatoes: Fluffy Elegance for Your Dinner Table

Duchess Potatoes are a French classic, combining creamy potatoes with an elegant twist. They elevate any meal and are sure to impress your guests.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes Provides the ideal creamy base
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Substitute with olive oil for a dairy-free version
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half or milk for a lighter version
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste as needed
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust to taste as needed
For the Flavor
  • 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Substitute with Pecorino Romano for a sharper taste
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Omit for a vegan variant
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives or Parsley Any fresh herb can offer a delightful twist
  • to taste Sea Salt Optional but highly recommended for flavor

Equipment

  • Pot
  • baking sheet
  • piping bag
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Duchess Potatoes
  1. Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks. Add to a large pot, cover with salted water, and boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let evaporate excess moisture.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Melt the butter and warm the heavy cream until steaming. Set aside to cool slightly.
  4. Mash the drained potatoes in the pot over low heat until smooth. Gradually stir in butter, cream, cheese, salt, pepper, and egg yolks.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a piping bag and pipe small mounds onto the baking sheet.
  6. Brush the tops with melted butter and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Remove from the oven, garnish with chives or parsley, and sprinkle with sea salt before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Ensure potatoes are fully dried after boiling to avoid a watery mixture. You can freeze piped Duchess Potatoes for easy baking later.

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