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Duchess Potatoes

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Duchess Potatoes ~ delicious mashed potatoes piped into swirls, drizzled with butter and baked to golden, puffy perfection.  So easy and pretty too! www.savingdessert.com #savingroomfordessert #potatoes #duchess #sidedish

Duchess Potatoes ~ pillowy soft mashed potatoes piped into swirls, drizzled with butter and baked to golden, puffy perfection.  So easy and pretty too!

Many years ago, when we lived in Tennessee, we often entertained and had little dinner parties on our porch with candles, wine, good friends and sparkly lights.  These lovely little spuds were often on the menu because they are so easy to make, and such fun to serve.  Everybody will think you went to a lot of trouble because the name Duchess Potatoes sounds so sophisticated.  Actually if you can use a piping bag and tip, and mash a potato, you can do this.

 

Duchess Potatoes ~ delicious mashed potatoes piped into swirls, drizzled with butter and baked to golden, puffy perfection.  So easy and pretty too! www.savingdessert.com #savingroomfordessert #potatoes #duchess #sidedish

Can’t you see these on your Thanksgiving table?

I love the light crust on the outside and the pillowy soft middle.  You can even make these ahead of time and pop them in the oven at the last minute.  You know you’re going to mash potatoes anyway so this is just one more simple step.

 

Duchess Potatoes ~ delicious mashed potatoes piped into swirls, drizzled with butter and baked to golden, puffy perfection.  So easy and pretty too! www.savingdessert.com #savingroomfordessert #potatoes #duchess #sidedish

Be sure to show restraint when adding milk and butter.

They may look creamy when you pipe them on the baking sheet, but they’ll spread into a blob if the mixture is too thin, trust me.  So err on the drier side and you’ll be fine.  I like to spice them up a bit with a dash of cayenne or smoked paprika then bake in a hot oven for 15 minutes and serve on pretty dishes for a lovely presentation.

 

Duchess Potatoes ~ delicious mashed potatoes piped into swirls, drizzled with butter and baked to golden, puffy perfection.  So easy and pretty too! www.savingdessert.com #savingroomfordessert #potatoes #duchess #sidedish

 

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Duchess Potatoes

Prep Time: 30 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 1 hr
Yield: 20 rosettes or 10 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetable
Author: Tricia
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Pillowy soft potatoes piped into rosettes then baked until the bottom is crispy and the the edges are lightly browned.

Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ to 2 ½ lbs. baking potatoes, peeled and quartered (about 7 medium/large potatoes)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon fresh ground pepper, white pepper is good if you have it
  • 2 large egg yolks
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne, optional
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted for garnish
  • Paprika or cayenne for garnish

Instructions

  • Place the peeled potatoes in a large soup pot and cover with water. Heat on high and cook in boiling water for about 15 minutes, or until fork tender. Drain the potatoes really well the add back to the pot. Mash the potatoes by hand until smooth.
  • In a small measuring cup, microwave the milk and 3 tablespoons butter for about 1 minute. Add the milk to the mashed potatoes along with the salt and pepper and cayenne if using.
  • Continue to mash until well blended and smooth. Allow the potatoes to cool about 10 minutes then add the egg yolks.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Scoop the mixture into a piping bag fitted with a large star tip. Pipe rosettes about 2 inches in diameter on a parchment lined baking sheet.
  • Drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with paprika or a little cayenne if using.
  • Bake for 15 minutes or until lightly browned around the edges. Allow the potatoes to rest on the pan for a few minutes then serve. The inside will be very hot and fluffy.

Recipe Notes

  • Make ahead by piping rosettes on a parchment lined baking sheet, then gently cover and chill until ready to bake. Allow the potatoes to rest at room temperature about 30 minutes before baking.
  • Don't add too much milk or butter, soft potatoes will spread.
  • Resist the urge to make them too tall, they tend to fall over and/or compress into a blob.
  • For light and fluffy potatoes be sure to drain the potatoes and mash by hand, do not use a mixer as your potatoes will be gummy.

Here are a few more delicious sides dishes perfect for entertaining!

  • Orange-Ginger-Chilie-Glazed Carrots
  • Sweet Potato Soufflé in Orange Cups with Cinnamon Pecans
  • Roasted Sweet Potato Stacks ~ from RecipeTin Eats
  • Orange and Pecans Sweet Potato Casserole ~ from Diethood

I’m off to find a turkey!  Thanks so much for stopping by.   Have a lovely weekend!

Tricia

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41 Comments

  1. Judi says

    February 12, 2019 at 6:38 pm

    THe rotators are impossible to pipe unless they are perfectly smooth. I use a potato rice to achieve the smoothness necessary topipe them.

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  2. Kate says

    December 28, 2015 at 9:26 pm

    These are beautiful! I can see that they would be a show stopper when served at a special meal. I think I will make a practice run!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      December 29, 2015 at 7:56 am

      They are fun and easy to make Kate – can’t be a good potato dish!

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  3. 2 Sisters Recipes says

    November 24, 2015 at 12:34 am

    How did we miss these little spuds? Oh My , they look so darn pretty- I want to eat a few right now!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 24, 2015 at 6:59 am

      Aww thanks Anna! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  4. Susan says

    November 21, 2015 at 1:54 pm

    What a beautiful presentation. Tricia! We are having a smaller Thanksgiving gathering this year and these potatoes would be just perfect.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 21, 2015 at 7:05 pm

      Thanks Susan – these would be perfect! Have a happy Thanksgiving

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  5. Beth says

    November 21, 2015 at 8:56 am

    These are gorgeous – and you’re right, I always assumed they were a lot of work. I’ll try them at my next family get-together!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 21, 2015 at 7:04 pm

      No trouble at all Beth – thanks so much and happy Thanksgiving!

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  6. Diane (Created by Diane) says

    November 20, 2015 at 11:25 pm

    I just LOVE these and would like a whole plateful for myself they are stunning 🙂

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 21, 2015 at 7:04 pm

      Thanks Diane! Happy Thanksgiving!

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  7. cheri says

    November 20, 2015 at 7:27 pm

    Hi Tricia, these are indeed so sophisticated, you can make any food look and taste amazing, these are very special!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 21, 2015 at 7:04 pm

      You are so sweet Cheri! Thank so much – hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

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  8. Terry Covington says

    November 20, 2015 at 5:27 pm

    Love that you have been revisiting some classic recipes. I haven’t had these for years, and it was a nice reminder, and perfect timing for the holidays. Thanks!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 21, 2015 at 7:03 pm

      Thank you Terry! Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving.

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  9. Mandy says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:54 am

    These are absolutely beautiful! Perfect for any dinner party.
    Have a wonderful weekend.
    🙂 Mandy xo

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 20, 2015 at 7:37 am

      You too Mandy! Thanks so much for stopping by!

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  10. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    November 20, 2015 at 1:08 am

    So pretty and yum! I made those potatoes years ago and loved them. Now you have me crave for some!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 20, 2015 at 7:37 am

      Thanks Angie – hope you get to make them soon!

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  11. Gerlinde @Sunnycovechef says

    November 19, 2015 at 5:38 pm

    This is a recipe I’ve been looking for. We have a similar recipe in Germany, you deep fry the mashed potatoes. I like your version better. Happy Thanksgiving.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:37 pm

      Hey Gerlinde – my Mom made mashed potato patties with a little onion and formed them into patties. She dredged them in flour, then egg, then flour again and fried them in a skillet. Love those!

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  12. Becky Green says

    November 19, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    These “Duchess Potatoes” look SO ELEGANT!!! I CAN see them on my Thanksgiving table! LOL THANK YOU, Tricia!!!! They’re BEAUTIFUL!!!! 😉

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      Thank you Becky – Happy Thanksgiving!

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  13. Monique says

    November 19, 2015 at 4:27 pm

    Many years ago I loved to entertain..and many many yrs ago I took a little cooking class.. because I had no clue..of anything..so I think I had both daughters and was ..24..and took this class at a high school..

    ..the cooking teacher was French from France..and taught us these..

    I cannot tell you how often they were served..and it has been years..so thank you for this fresh reminder..and yours are very regal:)

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:35 pm

      Back in the days when our children were young and we had fun – I remember! I would have loved that cooking class – how fun!

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  14. Larry says

    November 19, 2015 at 2:30 pm

    This sure dies fancy up mashed potatoes. We had larger ones at a restaurant and they looked and tasted very good just as I’m sure yours did.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 20, 2015 at 7:36 am

      Thanks Larry – I have never had them in a restaurant – but I think I would love them there too. I need to get out more!

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  15. Lorinda-The Rowdy Baker says

    November 19, 2015 at 1:14 pm

    What a great idea – going to give them a test-drive tonight!
    Have you tried freezing them? Just wondering if I could make them a couple of days ahead and freeze…probably before baking.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:33 pm

      Since the potatoes are already cooked, you may be able to freeze them but I think refrigeration for a few hours is probably the best idea if possible. Thanks for stopping by Lorinda!

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  16. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    November 19, 2015 at 12:22 pm

    Beautiful Tricia and so inviting! They are making me really sad that I’m not having a Thanksgiving next week. Might just have to make these anyway 😉

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      Thanks Jennifer – come on down and you can eat with us! Bring that lovely leek and mushroom gratin too!

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  17. Monica says

    November 19, 2015 at 12:18 pm

    Tricia, that is one gorgeous plate of potatoes! You really managed to make humble potatoes classy and elegant – it’s really beautiful. I am very tempted to try this but I’m definitely worried about mine turning out squat and spreading. I tend to pipe things too large, all the time! I was about to ask if you use an open or closed star tip but read you used the Wilton 1M. I have that! Thanks for the inspiration!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:32 pm

      They are so easy Monica – I hope you love them as much as we do – yummy!

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  18. handmade by amalia says

    November 19, 2015 at 11:37 am

    Almost too pretty to eat. They glow.
    Amalia
    xo

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 19, 2015 at 8:31 pm

      Thanks Amalia – they are pretty good to eat too!

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  19. Betty says

    November 18, 2015 at 8:13 pm

    These are so pretty! They would be a stunning addition to Thanksgiving dinner for sure! 🙂

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 18, 2015 at 8:28 pm

      Thanks Betty – hope you enjoy a little time off and have a wonderful Thanksgiving!

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  20. sue|theviewfromgreatisland says

    November 18, 2015 at 7:30 pm

    Tricia, set a place for me, I am coming to YOUR house for Thanksgiving!! These are unbelievable, I think I may have to attempt them. Is there a size for the star tip? The last time I tried to pipe potatoes my tip was way too small…

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 18, 2015 at 7:46 pm

      Hey Sue – come on over we’ll save you a seat! I used a large Wilton No. 1M tip and I’m pretty sure I bent the tips in just a bit to get them closer together. Thanks so much for your kind words 🙂 Happy Thanksgiving!

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  21. Chris says

    November 18, 2015 at 7:14 pm

    Tricia, these are just too pretty for words! I love mashed potatoes but this makes them so special. I especially love that they can be made ahead. Pinning, I know I will need this recipe!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      November 18, 2015 at 7:47 pm

      Thank you Chris! These are really, really, really good. Light and fluffy inside and just slightly crisp on the outside. Perfect! Happy Thanksgiving and welcome back 🙂

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