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Greedy Mashed Potatoes

17/11/2023

I can guide you in the preparation of a rich and flavorful Greedy Mashed Potatoes, which is a creamier and more flavorful variant of the classic mashed potatoes. Here’s the recipe.

Ingredients

  • 1 kg of floury potatoes
  • 100 g of butter
  • 100-150 ml of hot milk
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste (optional)
  • Grated nutmeg to taste (optional)
  • 100 g of grated cheese (Parmesan, pecorino, or a mix of the two)
  • 2 egg yolks (to make the mashed potatoes even richer)

Preparation

  1. Start by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into not too large pieces. This helps them cook more evenly and quickly.

  2. Place them in a pot with plenty of salted water and bring to a boil. Cook the potatoes until they are soft and can be easily mashed with a fork, which might take about 15-20 minutes depending on the size of the pieces.

  3. Once the potatoes are cooked, drain them and put them back in the pot on the heat for a minute to evaporate the excess water. This step helps to make the mashed potatoes drier and creamier.

  4. Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or a vegetable mill to get a smooth and lump-free consistency. Avoid using a mixer, as it could make the texture of the mashed potatoes too gluey.

  5. Add the butter in pieces and mix well to melt it with the hot potatoes.

  6. Gradually incorporate the hot milk, continuing to stir. The amount of milk can vary depending on the desired consistency; for softer mashed potatoes, add more milk, for a firmer result, reduce the quantity.

  7. Add the grated cheese, egg yolks, and, if desired, a sprinkle of nutmeg and black pepper. Mix everything well until the cheese has completely melted and blended in.

  8. Finally, adjust the salt if necessary and serve the Greedy Mashed Potatoes hot as a side dish or as a main course if you prefer.

Curiosity

The Greedy Mashed Potatoes lend themselves very well to being gratinéed in the oven. You can pour it into a buttered dish, sprinkle with more grated cheese, and bake until a golden crust forms on the surface. The result will be an even richer and more inviting dish!

Greedy Mashed Potatoes