If you need a great side dish that is just a bit different, then making these cheesy Duchess potatoes is a great idea. They are the perfect side dish for any meal! They're creamy, cheesy, and absolutely delicious. The inside is luscious and the outside has a slight crispy crunchiness. They're perfect for any special occasion! Plus, they're super easy to make. You'll love them!
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Duchess Potatoes Recipe
Duchess potatoes are the perfect side dish because they are simple to make but look and taste like you spent hours in the kitchen. If you want to add something just a bit upscale to your menu, this is the choice. It's so simple you'll wonder why you haven't made them before.
If you like these, then you'll love the homestyle cheesy scalloped potatoes recipe. Of course, you might also like the more rustic appearance and flavor of the cheesy twice-baked potatoes recipe. They are both delicious and equally easy to prepare.
Once you try this recipe, you will be hooked! The creamy texture of the potatoes with the melted cheese is irresistible. Serve them at your next dinner party and watch them disappear off the plate.
What do Duchess Potatoes Go With?
If you aren't sure what to serve these alongside, the answer is almost anything! They can be a side dish for any entree, a tasty savory snack, or an appetizer.
They are excellent alongside a delicious beef bourguignon for a classic French meal. Another option is to serve them alongside this Instant Pot pork tenderloin recipe. Of course, any baked chicken breast recipe or even this crispy fried chicken drumstick lollipops idea is great with these as a side dish.
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 3 egg yolks
Handy Kitchen Tools
- Vegetable peeler
- Large stockpot
- Collander
- Potato masher
- Measuring spoons
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Piping bag
- Star piping tip
How to Make Duchess Potatoes
Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut into chunks if desired then place into a large stockpot and cover with water and 1 tablespoon salt.
Bring the water to a boil, then cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Drain the potatoes and then return to a large bowl and mash until they are mostly smooth.
Add in the butter, cheddar slices, black pepper, and egg yolks.
Mash together until well combined.
Place the mixture into a piping bag fixed with a star piping tip.
Pipe the potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet in rows until all potatoes have been used.
Bake for 30-minutes until crispy and golden brown.
Best served hot.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can find Duchess potatoes in most French cookbooks, but most people do not know where they got the name. Not for sure. It is believed that the potatoes were made by a British Dutchess that came to visit France and that is how the potatoes got the name. While no one knows for sure, we do know that these are some of the best mashed potato recipes you'll ever eat.
If you have never has Duchess Potatoes before, adding egg yolk to them may seem weird. Trust me, you do not want to skip this step. The egg yolk is the secret to the creaminess in these potatoes. It gives the mashed potatoes an incredible texture that melts in your mouth, while also adding richness. It also gives the potatoes that gorgeous yellow color that helps them to stand out.
When it comes to the cheese in these potatoes, the key is to use cheese that melts well. You don't want have stringy cheese ruining the texture of the potatoes. Cheeses like cheddar and gruyere are most common. Parmesan can also be used. You could even use a slice of American cheese if that was what you had on hand.
Piping the potatoes give them the beautiful appearance but that is just for looks. You do not have to pipe the potatoes. You can simply spoon them into neat piles on the baking sheet too.
Duchess potatoes can be frozen and they freeze well. Place the potatoes in the freezer while on a baking sheet or plate. Once the potatoes are frozen, you can move them to a freezer bag. By freezing the potatoes on the baking sheet first, you are allowing the potatoes to harden and keep their shape. This also prevents them from sticking to each other. That means, when you remove them from the freezer bag, later on, you can remove one or two or the whole batch. You are not confined to eating them all.
When thawing the Duchess Potatoes, make sure to take them from the freezer bag and place them on a flat surface like a baking sheet. This helps the potatoes not stick together once they have thawed. Thaw the potatoes in the refrigerator before reheating in the oven. While you can reheat the potatoes in the microwave, you will lose the crispy texture on the outside of the potatoes.
More Easy Potato Recipes
Potatoes are definitely one of the most common starches you'll find at the dinner table. While this recipe is delicious, it isn't the only potato recipe we have to share. Below are a few more fun ideas that use this starch as the base. Bookmark the recipe, pin to a Pinterest board, or print them out to add to your recipe collection.
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- 5 Ingredient Green Potato Curry
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📖 Recipe
Cheesy Duchess Potatoes Recipe
A delicate and delicious cheesy Duchess potatoes recipe is the ideal side dish for any meal you serve!
Ingredients
- 4 medium Russet potatoes
- 2 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 3 egg yolks
Instructions
- Wash and peel the potatoes. Cut into chunks if desired then place into a large stockpot and cover with water and 1 tablespoon salt.
- Bring the water to a boil, then cook for 15 to 20 minutes, until the potatoes are tender.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain the potatoes and then return to a large bowl and mash until they are mostly smooth.
- Add in the butter, cheddar slices, black pepper, and egg yolks.
- Mash together until well combined.
- Place the mixture into a piping bag fixed with a star piping tip.
- Pipe the potatoes onto the prepared baking sheet in rows until all potatoes have been used.
- Bake for 30-minutes until crispy and golden brown.
Notes
Add additional salt, or herbs to the mixture if desired for more flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 318Total Fat: 14gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 167mgSodium: 167mgCarbohydrates: 38gFiber: 4gSugar: 2gProtein: 10g
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