Description
Duchess Potatoes are an elegant and comforting side dish made from creamy, seasoned mashed potatoes piped into decorative shapes and baked until golden and crispy. This classic French-inspired recipe features Yukon Gold potatoes mixed with butter, cream, egg yolks, and fragrant spices, resulting in a rich yet light texture that pairs beautifully with roasts, poultry, or holiday meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes (or other starchy potatoes)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 egg yolks
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare and boil potatoes: Peel and cut the Yukon Gold potatoes into chunks. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer until tender: Reduce the heat and simmer the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain the potatoes well and return them to the pot.
- Mash the potatoes: Use a potato masher or a ricer to mash the potatoes until smooth and lump-free.
- Mix in flavorings: Add the butter, heavy cream, egg yolks, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and nutmeg (if using) to the mashed potatoes. Stir until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Optionally, add Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.
- Preheat oven and prepare baking sheet: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Transfer the mashed potato mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.
- Pipe potato shapes: Pipe the potatoes into small rosettes or mounds on the prepared baking sheet, creating decorative shapes.
- Bake until golden: Bake the duchess potatoes in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Garnish and serve: Once baked, garnish the duchess potatoes with freshly chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately as a luxurious side dish.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes like Yukon Gold or Russet for the best texture.
- Be careful not to overmix the potatoes to keep the texture light.
- Piping the potatoes with a star tip creates an elegant presentation but you can also shape them with a spoon.
- The addition of Parmesan cheese adds depth, but can be omitted for a simpler flavor.
- To reheat, bake at 350°F for 10-15 minutes to restore crispiness.
