Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes Emeril Lagasse
Elevate your side dish game with Emeril Lagasse's Smoked Gouda Mashed Potatoes—a luxurious twist on a classic comfort food. This recipe transforms creamy russet potatoes into a velvety masterpiece by incorporating buttery richness, garlic-infused heavy cream, and the smoky allure of shredded Gouda cheese. The result is a dish that's irresistibly flavorful, with layers of savory complexity that will wow at any dinner table. Perfect for special occasions or weeknight meals, these mashed potatoes are easy to prepare in under 45 minutes and serve as a decadent pairing for roasted meats or vegetarian mains. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor. If you're craving an indulgent yet sophisticated side dish, these smoked Gouda mashed potatoes are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1.25 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Smoked Gouda cheese, shredded
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Peel and cut the potatoes into evenly sized chunks, roughly 1 to 2 inches.
Place the potato chunks into a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 tablespoon of salt to the water.
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook the potatoes for about 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, warm the heavy cream in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the minced garlic to the cream and let it infuse for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Do not let the cream boil.
Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the hot pot. Allow them to sit for a minute to let any excess moisture evaporate.
Add the butter to the potatoes and mash them using a potato masher or ricer until smooth.
Gradually mix in the warm garlic-infused cream, continuing to mash and stir until the mashed potatoes reach your desired consistency.
Fold in the shredded smoked Gouda cheese and stir until the cheese has melted and is evenly distributed throughout the potatoes.
Season the mashed potatoes with ground black pepper and additional salt to taste.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2743 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.1 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 112.0 g | 560% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 544 mg | 181% | |
| Sodium | 1038 mg | 45% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 206.5 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.4 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 55.4 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 982 mg | 76% | |
| Iron | 12.5 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 5322 mg | 113% | |
*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.
