Description
A sophisticated potato recipe that showcases advanced cooking techniques and presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Instructions
- Boil the cubed potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat to evaporate excess moisture.
- Add butter and mash the potatoes until smooth using a ricer or potato masher.
- Gradually incorporate the heavy cream and sour cream until desired consistency is reached.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate the mashed potatoes using a ring mold for a refined presentation.
- Garnish with chopped chives for color and flavor.
Notes
- For a variation, add roasted garlic for extra flavor.
- Serve with a protein of your choice for a complete meal.
- For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: potato recipe, gourmet mashed potatoes, advanced cooking techniques