Perfect Mashed Potatoes
4 servings
30 minutes
Perfect mashed potatoes are the quintessence of simplicity and culinary mastery. This recipe transforms ordinary potatoes into a tender, airy mass with a rich creamy flavor and velvety texture. The dish's history goes back centuries: it was prepared in medieval Europe and has become a staple in many national cuisines over the years. The main distinction of this recipe is the use of frozen butter, which gives the mash a special silkiness. Adding nutmeg and egg yolks makes it richer, adding subtle aromatic notes. It pairs perfectly with meat dishes, gravies, and vegetable sides, and can also be a gastronomic delight on its own.
1
Cut the butter into small cubes and freeze.
- Butter: 200 g
2
Peel the potatoes and boil them until ready. A simple scientific fact indicates readiness: if the potato easily slips off the knife inserted into it, it is ready.
- Potato: 1 kg
3
Drain the water and slightly dry the potatoes in the same pot they were boiled in, placing the pot on low heat for a couple of minutes.
4
Pass the potatoes through a fine sieve. Place the potato puree in a pan over very low heat. Use a silicone spatula to add part of the frozen butter to the potatoes, mixing it in while adding more frozen pieces. The result should be a puree with a firm yet delicate consistency.
- Butter: 200 g
5
Salt, pepper, add a pinch of nutmeg, egg yolks, and mix thoroughly again.
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Nutmeg: to taste
- Egg yolk: 2 pieces