Hungarian Christmas Mashed Potatoes
Experience the heartwarming flavors of the season with Hungarian Christmas Mashed Potatoes, a festive twist on a classic comfort food. This creamy and velvety dish combines buttery Russet potatoes with a fragrant blend of garlic and sweet Hungarian paprika, infusing every bite with rich, aromatic warmth. Enhanced by a splash of heavy cream for luscious texture and finished with a touch of black pepper, this holiday side dish is the epitome of indulgence and tradition. Perfectly paired with roasted meats or served as a cozy standalone treat, these mashed potatoes are a must-have for your Christmas table. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color, and savor the taste of authentic Hungarian holiday cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 3 medium Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Sweet Hungarian paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 8 cups Water
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks (about 2 inches).
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes).
While the potatoes are cooking, mince the garlic cloves.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and paprika, and cook gently for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be sure not to burn the garlic or paprika.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander and return them to the pot over low heat. This helps to evaporate any remaining moisture.
Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
Gradually stir in the melted butter and garlic mixture, heavy cream, and remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Mix until the potatoes are creamy and fully incorporated.
Season with black pepper to taste, and adjust salt if needed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy the taste of Hungarian Christmas traditions!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2412 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.3 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.6 g | 368% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 4142 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 270.5 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.7 g | 81% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.2 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 6860 mg | 146% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
