Mashed Potatoes with Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist—Mashed Potatoes with Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese. This creamy, rich dish combines fluffy mashed Russet potatoes with indulgent heavy cream, melted butter, and a generous helping of nutty Parmesan cheese for a luxurious flavor. Crispy, golden prosciutto adds a salty, savory crunch, while fresh chives provide a bright, herby finish. Whether you're serving this as a holiday side dish or upgrading a weeknight meal, these mashed potatoes are an irresistible crowd-pleaser. With simple ingredients and only 40 minutes from prep to table, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.75 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 slices Prosciutto slices
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and chop them into evenly sized 1-inch cubes.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 12-15 minutes or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.
Add the prosciutto slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy. Remove from the skillet, let them cool slightly, and then crumble into small pieces. Set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander, then return them to the pot.
Add the butter and heavy cream to the pot. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Fold in most of the crispy prosciutto, reserving a small amount for garnish.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Sprinkle the remaining prosciutto and chopped chives over the top as garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.0 g | 173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.2 g | 361% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 364 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 5444 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 200.1 g | 73% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 71.8 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 817 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 5535 mg | 118% | |
*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.
