Description
Duchess Potatoes are an elegant French side dish that adds a touch of sophistication to any meal. With their crispy golden-brown exterior and fluffy, creamy interior, these baked potato rosettes are perfect for special occasions, holiday dinners, or dinner parties. Made with simple yet flavorful ingredients like butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese, they are not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious. Easy to prepare ahead of time, Duchess Potatoes can be piped into beautiful shapes and baked just before serving for a delightful addition to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds Russet or Yukon Gold potatoes
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 large egg yolks
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Peel and chop potatoes; boil in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 minutes).
- Drain and return potatoes to pot over low heat to evaporate moisture. Mash until smooth.
- Mix in melted butter, warm cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and egg yolks until fully incorporated.
- Pipe mounds onto the prepared baking sheet using a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 120mg