Smoked Cheddar & Grainy Mustard Puree
3 servings
40 minutes
Mashed potatoes with smoked cheddar and grainy mustard is a harmony of tenderness and spiciness, creating a rich and layered flavor. Hungarian cuisine is renowned for its rich and aromatic dishes, and this recipe perfectly fits the tradition of gastronomic warmth and comfort. The creamy texture of the mashed potatoes gains complexity from cream and butter, while smoked cheddar adds a rich smoky aroma, transforming a familiar dish into a refined delicacy. The grainy mustard introduces a pleasant sharpness and slight tanginess, highlighting the depth of flavor nuances. This mash pairs excellently with meat dishes, especially roasted duck or beef steaks, creating a balance of richness and freshness.
1
Peel the potatoes, cut them into quarters, and then into 2.5 cm cubes. Place in a large pot and add water so that it is about 2.5 cm above the potatoes. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and cook for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are soft.
- Potato: 900 g
2
Place the potatoes in a colander. Wipe the pot dry, then return the potatoes and mash them with a potato masher.
- Potato: 900 g
3
Add butter and gently mix. Then pour in the warmed cream, mix everything, add mustard with grated cheese, and mix again. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Unsalted butter: 115 g
- Cream 10%: 1 glass
- Grainy mustard: 2 tablespoons
- Smoked Cheddar Cheese: 140 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste