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Duchess Potatoes Recipe

Crispy & Creamy Duchess Potatoes Recipe for Elegant Meals

Experience the elegance of Duchess Potatoes with this crispy and creamy recipe, perfect for any dinner table.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter plus extra for brushing
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream or coconut/almond milk for dairy-free
For Flavor
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese omit for dairy-free
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For Binding
  • 2 Egg Yolks omit for vegan
For Garnishing
  • to taste Fresh Chopped Chives or Parsley fresh is best
  • to taste Sea Salt optional but recommended

Equipment

  • pot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Piping bag
  • Potato Masher

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chop the potatoes into even chunks, cover with water and a pinch of salt. Boil for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender, drain and return to pot.
  2. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Mash the potatoes until smooth. Add butter and cream, mixing until creamy. Season with salt and pepper, then blend in Parmesan cheese.
  4. Stir in egg yolks until mixed through and smooth.
  5. Transfer mixture to a piping bag and pipe onto prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each mound.
  6. Brush tops with melted butter. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Let cool slightly, garnish with chives or parsley and sea salt, serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure no excess moisture remains in the potatoes for optimal crispiness.

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