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Duchess Potatoes Recipe

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Duchess potatoes are elegant, piped mashed potatoes baked to golden perfection. This classic French side dish features smooth, buttery potatoes enhanced with nutmeg and topped with a delicate egg white glaze for a crisp, beautiful finish. Perfect for holiday meals or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 1½ pounds russet potatoes (or starchy potatoes)

Potato Mixture

  • 3 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  • 2 egg yolks (separated from whites)

Egg Wash

  • 2 egg whites

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Bake Potatoes: Preheat your oven to 425°F. Wash the potatoes thoroughly and poke their skins all over with a fork. Place them directly on the oven rack or a baking sheet and bake for 50-60 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
  2. Cool and Scoop: Allow the baked potatoes to cool enough to handle, then cut each potato in half. Carefully scoop out the flesh, placing it into a bowl. Let it cool slightly to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely in the next step.
  3. Mash and Season: Mash the potato flesh thoroughly until smooth using a masher or ricer. Stir in the softened butter, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Then, incorporate the egg yolks, mixing well to create a rich, creamy mixture.
  4. Pipe the Potatoes: Transfer the potato mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe the potatoes into neat mounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, aiming for approximately 2 inches wide and 1½ inches tall. Sizes can vary slightly.
  5. Brush with Egg Whites and Bake: Lightly whisk the egg whites until slightly foamy. Gently brush the egg whites over the piped potatoes to achieve a shiny, golden crust. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the tops turn golden brown.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives before serving. Enjoy these elegant duchess potatoes as a decadent accompaniment to your meal.

Notes

  • Use starchy potatoes like russets for the best texture purposes.
  • Allow potatoes to cool well before mixing with eggs to prevent curdling.
  • If you don’t have a piping bag, you can shape the potatoes using a spoon.
  • Fresh herbs such as chives or parsley add a nice finishing touch but are optional.
  • These can be prepared ahead to the piping step, then refrigerated until baking.

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