The Holiday Pages 2025: DUCHESS MASHED POTATOES
PATATE DELLA DUCHESSA Duchess Mashed Potatoes Ingredients 8 c. Cooked mashed potatoes, at room temperature [1] 5 large Egg yolks (+/-) 1-1/2 c. Cream (heavy cream is preferable) [2] 2 cloves Garlic, micro-planed or finely grated 10 tbsp., divided Unsalted butter, melted and cooled to room temperature ½ c. each Grated Parmesan; AND Grated Romano cheeses 1-½ tbsp. Chives, chopped Kosher salt, and Freshly ground pink or black pepper, to taste Preparation • Preheat oven to 425°F. • In a large bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, cream, 7 tbsp. of the melted butter, garlic, and a healthy pinch each salt and pepper. • Gently fold in the mashed potatoes, chives and Romano cheese, taking care not to over mix. • Transfer to a greased (I use vegetable oil cooking spray) 9”x13” baking dish (or steam table half-pan), distributing to an even layer with an offset spatula. • Using a fork, make a swirled ...
