Mashed Potatoes with Mustard
6 servings
30 minutes
Mashed potatoes with mustard is an interesting and refined version of the classic side dish. European cuisine values this recipe for its delicate texture and rich flavor. The softness of the potatoes harmonizes with the spicy notes of grainy mustard, adding a sophisticated sharpness and depth of taste. Butter and milk give the mash a velvety quality, while black pepper and salt complete the composition. This dish pairs perfectly with roasted meat, fish, or vegetables, complementing them with its creamy consistency. Mashed potatoes with mustard can become not just a side dish but a central element of the meal, surprising guests with its unusual flavor accent.
1
Place the potatoes in a pot of boiling salted water. Cook until tender for about 35-45 minutes.
- Potato: 1.4 kg
- Salt: to taste
2
Meanwhile, heat the milk in a small pot and add butter. Stir until the butter melts. Remove from heat, cover, and keep warm.
- Milk: 1.5 glass
- Butter: 6 tablespoons
3
Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly. Peel and transfer to a large bowl. Add mustard, salt, and pepper to taste, and a quarter of hot milk. Mash with a masher until smooth and add more milk to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Grainy mustard: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Milk: 1.5 glass