Description
A collection of refined potato side dish recipes that highlight advanced techniques and presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds of Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup of heavy cream
- Salt to taste
- Fresh chives, finely chopped for garnish
- 1/2 cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
- Peel and cut the potatoes into uniform pieces.
- Place potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, and add salt.
- Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add butter and heavy cream to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
- Fold in Parmesan cheese and adjust seasoning with salt.
- Plate the mashed potatoes using a ring mold for a refined presentation.
- Garnish with chopped chives before serving.
Notes
- For a variation, try adding roasted garlic for depth of flavor.
- Consider using a ricer for an ultra-smooth texture.
- Experiment with different types of cheese for unique taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling and Mashing
- Cuisine: Continental
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: recipes for potatoes side dishes