Rosemary Pine Nut Mashed Potatoes
Creamy, comforting, and elevated with gourmet flair, these Rosemary Pine Nut Mashed Potatoes are a perfect side dish for any occasion. Fluffy russet potatoes are blended with rich heavy cream and butter, then infused with the earthy aroma of sautéed garlic and fresh rosemary for a burst of herbal flavor. Toasted pine nuts add a delightful crunch and nutty elegance, making this dish as texturally exciting as it is flavorful. With just 40 minutes from prep to table, this recipe is ideal for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners and pairs beautifully with roasted meats or hearty vegetable mains. Serve these mashed potatoes warm, garnished with additional rosemary and pine nuts, to impress your guests with a dish that’s equal parts classic and sophisticated.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 0.25 cup pine nuts
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- as needed water
Instructions
Peel and cut the russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks, about 1.5 inches each. Rinse the cut potatoes under cold water to remove excess starch.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and add enough water to cover them by about 1 inch. Add 1 teaspoon of kosher salt and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
While the potatoes are cooking, finely chop the fresh rosemary and set aside.
In a small skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and set aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves. In the same skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat and sauté the garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the chopped rosemary to the skillet and stir for another 30 seconds. Remove from heat.
Once the potatoes are fork-tender (about 15-20 minutes), drain them well and return them to the pot.
Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, sautéed garlic and rosemary mixture, and black pepper to the potatoes. Mash everything together using a potato masher or hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Adjust the salt to taste.
Fold in the toasted pine nuts carefully to distribute them throughout the mashed potatoes.
Serve immediately, garnished with a few additional pine nuts and a sprinkle of chopped rosemary, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2056 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.1 g | 160% | |
| Saturated Fat | 55.8 g | 279% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 766 mg | 33% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.7 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.6 g | 63% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 171 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 13.0 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 5338 mg | 114% | |
*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.
