Description
Garlic Parmesan Duchess Potatoes are an elegant and comforting side dish featuring creamy, garlicky mashed potatoes mixed with Parmesan cheese, butter, and egg yolks, piped into elegant swirls and baked until golden and crispy on the outside. Perfect for special occasions or cozy family dinners, they combine simple pantry ingredients with a gourmet touch for a deliciously rich and crispy potato treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients
- 2 pounds starchy potatoes (Russets or Yukon Golds)
- 3–4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or warm milk
- 2 large egg yolks
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (chives, parsley, or thyme)
- Pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne (for a spicy kick)
- Additional fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and cut the potatoes into even chunks. Boil them in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain thoroughly to remove excess water, ensuring smooth, non-soggy mashed potatoes.
- Mash and Mix: Mash the cooked potatoes until creamy and lump-free. Blend in the minced garlic, melted butter, warm cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Add the egg yolks, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, stirring until everything is perfectly combined. Optionally, fold in chopped fresh herbs or red pepper flakes.
- Pipe the Potatoes: Transfer the potato mixture into a piping bag fitted with a star tip. Pipe elegant swirls or dollops onto a parchment-lined baking sheet to give the duchess potatoes their signature look and promote even baking.
- Bake Until Golden: Bake the piped potatoes in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops develop a crispy, golden-brown crust while sealing in the creamy interior.
Notes
- Use starchy potatoes like Russets for the fluffiest texture.
- Add warm cream and melted butter to help blend the potatoes smoothly.
- Do not overmix the potatoes to avoid a gluey texture.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese provides better flavor and browning than pre-grated cheese.
- A golden crust indicates the duchess potatoes are perfectly baked.
- These potatoes can be prepared a day ahead; store piped potatoes covered in the fridge and bake just before serving.
- Reheat in a 375°F (190°C) oven to restore crispness; avoid microwaving to prevent sogginess.
- Freeze unbaked piped potatoes on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag and bake from frozen, adding extra baking time.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Garlic Parmesan Duchess Potatoes, duchess potatoes, garlic potatoes, parmesan potatoes, baked potatoes, creamy potatoes, side dish, gluten-free
