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Duchess Potatoes Recipe

Ultimate Duchess Potatoes Recipe for Elegant Gatherings

This Duchess Potatoes recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant side dish perfect for dinner parties with minimal effort.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold Potatoes High-starch potatoes for fluffy texture.
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Adds richness; use salted only if reducing salt.
  • ½ cup Heavy Cream Enhances creaminess; can substitute with whole milk.
For the Flavor
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Provides cheesy flavor; can substitute with Gruyère.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper Omit for milder flavor.
For Binding
  • 2 large Egg Yolks Essential for binding.
For Garnishing
  • to taste Fresh Chopped Chives or Parsley For presentation.
  • to taste Sea Salt (for garnish) Enhances flavor.

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Piping bag
  • Star tip
  • Baking Sheet
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Peel and chop 2 pounds of potatoes, place in cold salted water, bring to boil. Cook for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and let sit.
  2. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a bowl, combine 4 tablespoons butter and ½ cup heavy cream. Microwave until melted and warm, then stir.
  4. Mash drained potatoes until smooth. Fold in melted butter mixture, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and 2 egg yolks until combined.
  5. Spoon mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe mounds on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
  6. Brush tops with melted butter. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Garnish with chives or parsley and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 250mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use high-starch potatoes for best results. Thoroughly drain potatoes to avoid sogginess. Don't overmix after adding egg yolks.

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