Vaporous Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your comfort food game with Vaporous Mashed Potatoes, a heavenly side dish renowned for its ultra-light, cloud-like texture and rich, buttery flavor. Made with creamy russet potatoes, a luxurious blend of heavy cream, whole milk, and a hint of nutmeg, these mashed potatoes are prepared using a potato ricer or food mill to achieve an unparalleled fluffiness. Perfectly seasoned with salt and freshly ground pepper and finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this recipe creates the ultimate mash that's both indulgent and irresistibly airy. Ready in just 40 minutes, these vaporous mashed potatoes are ideal for holiday gatherings or any meal that calls for a show-stopping side dish. Garnish and serve warm, and savor every velvety bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 cups heavy cream
- 0.25 cups whole milk
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly-sized chunks, approximately 1.5 inches each.
Place the potato chunks in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are boiling, heat the heavy cream, whole milk, and butter in a small saucepan over low heat until warm and the butter has melted. Do not let it boil. Set aside.
Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly in a colander and let them sit for 2-3 minutes to allow excess moisture to evaporate.
Using a potato ricer or food mill, process the hot potatoes directly back into the warm pot. (For the fluffiest texture, avoid mashing with a traditional masher.)
Gently fold in the warmed cream, milk, and butter mixture using a silicone spatula. Mix until smooth and creamy, being careful not to overwork the potatoes as this can make them gummy.
Season with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt, black pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Serve immediately while warm and enjoy the light and airy texture of these vaporous mashed potatoes!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1731 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.1 g | 116% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.2 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 3737 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 203.0 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 28.8 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 232 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 10.8 mg | 60% | |
| Potassium | 5202 mg | 111% | |
*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.
