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Duchess Potatoes Recipe

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Duchess Potatoes are elegant, creamy mashed potatoes piped into pretty swirls and baked to golden perfection. This classic French side dish can be prepared ahead of time, making it perfect for entertaining and holiday meals. Rich with butter, cream, and egg yolks, these potatoes combine a smooth texture with a crisp, golden exterior, enhanced with fresh herb garnish for a delightful presentation.

  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Potatoes

  • 2 1/2 lbs Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes

Butter and Cream

  • 6 Tbsp butter, divided
  • 1/3 cup whipping cream

Seasoning

  • 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1 tsp fresh ground pepper

Eggs and Garnish

  • 4 large egg yolks
  • Chopped fresh parsley, chives, or thyme for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into medium-sized chunks to ensure even cooking.
  2. Boil Potatoes: Place the chunks in a large pot, cover with water, and bring to a boil. Cook until the potatoes are very soft, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Preheat Oven: While potatoes boil, preheat your oven to 375°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  4. Drain and Rice Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes and pass them through a potato ricer. If you don’t have a ricer, mash thoroughly until very smooth.
  5. Add Butter and Cream: Stir in 4 tablespoons of butter until melted, then mix in the whipping cream, sea salt, and ground pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  6. Incorporate Egg Yolks: When the potato mixture has cooled slightly, beat in the four egg yolks until well combined.
  7. Pipe the Potatoes: Transfer the mixture to a pastry bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe swirls about 3 inches in diameter on the prepared baking sheets.
  8. Brush with Butter: Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and gently brush over the piped potatoes to promote browning.
  9. Bake Potatoes: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges begin to turn golden and the ridges are lightly browned.
  10. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley, chives, or fresh thyme before serving for a fresh herbal finish.

Notes

  • Using a potato ricer yields the smoothest texture, but a masher can be used if necessary.
  • Allow the potatoes to cool slightly before adding egg yolks to prevent cooking the eggs.
  • These can be prepared ahead of time and baked just before serving to save time.
  • Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • Chilling the piped potatoes before baking can help maintain shape during baking if desired.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 50 mins
  • Category: Side Dishes
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: French

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/duchess-potatoes-recipe/