Description
Duchess Potatoes are a delightful and elegant side dish that transforms any meal into a gourmet experience. These creamy, buttery mashed potatoes are piped into beautiful rosettes and baked to a golden perfection, creating a crispy exterior that contrasts beautifully with their fluffy interior. Perfect for special occasions like holidays or dinner parties, Duchess Potatoes impress both the eyes and the palate. With a hint of nutmeg and an optional sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, these sophisticated potatoes are sure to become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 large egg yolks
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook cubed russet potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and steam dry.
- Mash the cooked potatoes in a mixing bowl until smooth. Stir in butter, egg yolks, heavy cream, salt, black pepper, nutmeg, and optional Parmesan cheese.
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Pipe the potato mixture into rosettes on a parchment-lined baking sheet using a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until tops are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 rosette (90g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 80mg