Mashed potatoes land on many a comfort-food list, for many a good reason. They're thick, warm, buttery, nutritious, and delicious. But let's be honest: They sometimes need a little help getting there. Fortunately, potatoes are one of the most versatile vegetables on the planet, and they play well with others. So when craving some contrast and texture in that creamy tater mound, look no further than your trusty freezer. It likely harbors some plain-jane vegetables awaiting their chance to shine.
Prized for its presentation, this fancy French potato dish, Duchess potatoes, dates back to the 1700s, when it was created and given its aristocratic name to help elevate the reputation of the humble tuber in France, where it had yet to be widely embraced by home cooks. These are my squiggly duchess potatoes. For a new take on mashed potatoes, we're looking back on a classic French potato dish.
Don't tell Jack, but we probably won't have classic mashed potatoes at Thanksgiving this year. I'm planning to make these cauliflower mashed potatoes instead! That's because we're celebrating with his parents, who eat a low carb diet. I wanted to create a rich, creamy alternative to mashed potatoes that everyone at the table would enjoy, and after testing and tweaking this recipe, I think it's going to be perfect.
leave the skins on while simmering to prevent waterlogging, and process the potatoes through a ricer for smooth, lump-free results. Melt butter into the hot potatoes, then fold in warm cream and milk. Our version also includes sour cream for an extra-rich and tangy flavor. Processing the butter with the potatoes coats the starches in fat, keeping them perfectly fluffy.
Chasing the ultimate mashed potatoes recipe? Stop clicking. This easy recipe yields supremely fluffy, ultra-creamy results that will complement Thanksgiving turkey, weeknight meatloaf, Sunday fried chicken, and anything else you can think of to serve with a pile of potato clouds. Yukon Golds reign supreme here-rich in flavor and naturally silky even before you add dairy, but yes, russets will work in a pinch.
There's something undeniably warm about walking into a Cracker Barrel. The scent of sizzling country-fried steak, stacks of golden pancakes, and biscuits fresh from the oven fills the air before you've even opened the menu. But one of the chain's made-from-scratch dishes keeps customers coming back for more than just nostalgia: the mashed potatoes with gravy. Brown gravy or sawmill gravy, your choice. Both are creamy, perfectly smooth, and deeply flavorful, with that rustic, homemade charm you just don't get from frozen alternatives.
With a focus on her Italian immigrant roots and a deep passion for both family and food, Lidia Bastianich is always ready to share tips, tricks, and favorite family recipes that she grew up loving. In a video on her official Facebook page, she reveals her Grandma Rosa's recipe for mashed potatoes with savoy cabbage. Bastianich explains the dish is ideal for making in large quantities and reheating the leftovers. This certainly makes it food fit for a feasting family and an easy recipe you can prepare on your own at home.
