Pomme purée - rich, creamy French mashed potatoes - under development
Try this modern twist on pomme puree, the renowned French mashed potatoes known for their buttery richness and a light, airy texture like whipped cream. Learn all the tips and tricks you need to know to make this iconic recipe without a ton of butter.
Servings: 12 people
Calories: 126kcal
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Yukon gold potatoes
- 6 Tablespoons unsalted butter sliced
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Boil the potatoes
- Heat a large pot with water on medium-high heat. Add the potatoes. Boil the potatoes until tender when pierced with a knife - about 30-40 minutes.
Press the potatoes through the ricer
- Drain the water from the pot. Remove the potato skins and return the peeled potatoes to the pot. Press the potatoes through ricer twice.
Make the mashed potatoes
- Sprinkle the butter over the potatoes. Add salt and pepper. Cover the butter slices with the hot potato so that it melts. Add the heavy cream. Gently fold the potatoes until just combined. Do not overmix. Taste and adjust for seasoning. Garnish with melted butter and serve immediately.
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Notes
- Stir the peeled potatoes over heat. This process effectively removes excess moisture by transforming it into steam, resulting in an intensified potato flavor and a creamy texture.
- Gently fold the butter, cream, salt, and freshly ground pepper into the potatoes. Avoid overmixing, as excessive mixing releases starch, potentially turning the fluffy mashed potatoes into an undesirable sticky paste. Refrain from using a stand mixer, electric beater, or food processor.
- Drizzle the mashed potatoes with a little melted butter to maximize flavor. This final touch adds an extra layer of richness and indulgence to the dish.
Nutrition
A typical serving of this pommes puree recipe has about 126 calories, 2 grams of protein, 8.4 grams of fat, and 13.2 grams of carbohydrates. This mashed potato recipe yields approximately twelve servings. The nutritional information is intended as a general guideline. If the nutrition information is important to you, you should independently verify it using your preferred tool.How to store and reheat pomme puree
Mashed potatoes are a wonderful choice as a make ahead side dish because you can easily reheat it without losing that delicious texture. They also make fantastic leftovers. Refrigerator. Cooled mashed potatoes can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days in the refrigerator. To reheat:- Microwave: Place the mashed potatoes into a bowl and heat until warm, stirring every 2 minutes for even warming.
- Stovetop: Place the potato puree in a small saucepan and heat on medium-low heat. Add a little bit of butter, milk or cream and mix. Stir every 1-2 minutes, for approximately 8-10 minutes or until heated through.
- Oven: Transfer the potatoes to an oven-proof dish, cover with aluminum foil, and heat at 350°F for 25-30 minutes until thoroughly hot.