Description
This recipe for Irresistibly Creamy Gourmet Smashed Potatoes with Herb Sauce features tender Yukon Gold potatoes boiled to perfection, smashed to a rustic texture, and luxuriously dressed in a buttery, creamy sauce infused with fresh herbs and garlic. It’s an easy yet elegant side dish that combines smooth creaminess with fragrant herbaceous notes, perfect for elevating any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
Sauce & Seasoning
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, chives, dill), finely chopped
- Salt, to taste (preferably kosher salt)
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: Place the Yukon Gold potatoes in a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain and Evaporate: Carefully drain the potatoes and return them to the hot pot to evaporate excess moisture.
- Smash Potatoes: Use a potato masher or fork to smash the potatoes, creating a rustic, chunky texture.
- Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the butter, heavy cream, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Microwave until melted and fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Combine: Pour the buttery mixture over the smashed potatoes. Gently fold in the fresh herbs until evenly distributed.
- Season to Taste: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.
- Serve: Transfer the gourmet smashed potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with extra herbs.
Notes
- Use Yukon Gold potatoes for a naturally creamy texture and buttery flavor.
- Microwaving the butter and cream mixture allows for quick melting but can be substituted with stovetop warming if preferred.
- Fresh herbs add bright flavor; feel free to adjust herb types based on preference.
- For extra crispiness, you could briefly broil the smashed potatoes after adding the sauce, although this is optional.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preference and dietary needs.
