Tato Sauce
Transform your meals with this rich and creamy Tato Sauce—a velvety potato-based sauce that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with buttery russet or Yukon gold potatoes, fragrant garlic, heavy cream, milk, and a touch of Parmesan cheese, this recipe is the ultimate comfort food upgrade. The chunky, yet smooth texture is perfect for drizzling over pasta, roasted vegetables, or even as a decadent dipping sauce. A hint of nutmeg adds a warm, earthy depth (optional), while olive oil and freshly ground black pepper round out the flavors with a subtle, savory kick. Quick and simple to prepare in just 35 minutes, Tato Sauce is a must-try for cozy dinners and creative dishes alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Potatoes (russet or Yukon gold)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 0.5 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Water or vegetable stock
Instructions
Peel the potatoes and cut them into small, even-sized cubes for faster cooking.
Place the potato cubes in a medium-sized saucepan. Add enough water or vegetable stock to cover them completely. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to a simmer.
Cook the potatoes for 10-12 minutes, or until they are fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
In a separate saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves (minced or finely chopped) and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until fragrant but not browned.
Add the cooked potatoes to the saucepan with the garlic. Mash them gently using a potato masher or fork, leaving some small chunks for texture.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the butter until fully melted and incorporated.
Gradually add the heavy cream and milk, stirring continuously to create a smooth and creamy consistency. Thin the sauce further with additional water or stock if needed.
Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and well combined. Season the sauce with salt, black pepper, and nutmeg (if using).
Let the sauce simmer on low for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Remove from heat and serve warm over pasta, roasted vegetables, or use it as a dipping sauce. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.5 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 213 mg | 71% | |
| Sodium | 1318 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.3 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1987 mg | 42% | |
*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.
