Mashed Potatoes with Vanilla

5 servings

20 minutes

Vanilla mashed potatoes are an unexpected and exquisite dish of European cuisine. This recipe combines the delicate texture of classic mash with the subtle sweet-spicy aroma of vanilla, creating a gastronomic contrast. Vanilla, usually associated with desserts, plays the role of a refined accent here, revealing depth of flavor. Crème fraîche and milk add softness and silkiness, while salt balances all components. This mash pairs perfectly with baked fish, meat dishes, or even vegetable sides. It can serve as an impressive base for presentation in fine dining restaurants and add a touch of sophistication to home meals. This recipe is an example of culinary art where familiar ingredients are revealed in a new light, surprising and delighting gourmets.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 222.3
• Proteins: 4.8g
• Fats: 6.8g
• Carbohydrates: 37.5g

Ingredients

• Potato: 1 kg
• Crème fraiche: 5 tbsp
• Milk: 50 ml
• Salt: to taste
• Vanilla pod: 0.5 pc

Cooking steps

1. Peel the potatoes, wash them, and soak in cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess starch.

   Required ingredients:

   • Potato: 1 kg

2. Pour clean water and boil the potatoes until cooked.

3. Mash the potatoes, adding crème fraîche, milk, and salt.

   Required ingredients:

   • Crème fraiche: 5 tablespoon
   • Milk: 50 ml
   • Salt:  to taste

4. Slice the vanilla pod lengthwise and scrape out all the contents into the potato; mix thoroughly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Vanilla pod: 0.5 piece