A French-inspired side dish that’s crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. Perfect for holiday meals and dinner parties!
Author:Laura
Prep Time:25 minutes
Cook Time:45 minutes
Total Time:1 hour 10 minutes
Yield:4-6 servings 1x
Category:Side Dish
Method:baking
Cuisine:French
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 lbs Russet or Yukon gold potatoes
¼ cup unsalted butter, divided
¼ cup heavy cream
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
3 large egg yolks
Fresh chopped chives or parsley, for garnish
1 tbsp sea salt, for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes:
Peel and chop the potatoes into even pieces. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mash the Potatoes:
Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and return them to the pot over low heat to evaporate any excess moisture. Mash the potatoes using a potato ricer or masher until smooth and lump-free.
Mix the Potato Mixture:
Add 2 tbsp of the melted butter, warm heavy cream, Parmesan, salt, and pepper to the mashed potatoes. Mix until well combined. Stir in the egg yolks until fully incorporated.
Pipe the Potatoes:
Transfer the mashed potato mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe small mounds or rosettes onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake:
Brush the potato mounds with the remaining melted butter. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and slightly crispy.
Garnish and Serve:
Remove the Duchess Potatoes from the oven. Garnish with fresh chopped chives or parsley. Sprinkle with a pinch of sea salt and serve immediately.
Notes
You can use Yukon gold or Russet potatoes for a creamy texture, though Yukon gold will yield a creamier result.
Make sure the potatoes are thoroughly mashed with no lumps for smooth piping.