Duchesse Potatoes in Ramekins

Elevate your next dinner party with these elegant Duchesse Potatoes in Ramekins—a sophisticated twist on a classic side dish. Made from velvety mashed russet potatoes enriched with creamy butter, heavy cream, and egg yolks, this recipe is elevated with the nutty flavor of grated Parmesan cheese and a hint of warming nutmeg. Piped into individual ramekins and brushed with a golden egg wash, these potatoes bake to perfection with a delicately crispy top and creamy, fluffy interior. Perfectly portioned for a refined presentation, these duchesse potatoes are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Whether you're planning a holiday feast or a special meal, this recipe is an effortless way to impress your guests. Keywords: duchesse potatoes, ramekins, mashed potatoes, elegant side dish, holiday recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 900 grams Russet potatoes
• 85 grams Unsalted butter
• 60 milliliters Heavy cream
• 4 pieces Egg yolks
• 30 grams Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg (optional)
• 1 piece Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)
• 10 grams Butter (for greasing ramekins)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and cut the russet potatoes into evenly sized chunks.

Step 2

Place the potato chunks in a large pot of cold, salted water and bring to a boil. Cook for about 15-20 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes thoroughly and return them to the hot pot to dry out any excess moisture.

Step 4

Using a potato ricer or a fine-mesh sieve, mash the potatoes until smooth. Avoid overworking them to prevent a gluey texture.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the butter and stir in the heavy cream until warmed through.

Step 6

Combine the melted butter mixture with the mashed potatoes and mix until smooth.

Step 7

Fold in the egg yolks, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, white pepper, and optional nutmeg. Mix until fully incorporated.

Step 8

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Grease six individual ramekins with butter.

Step 9

Transfer the potato mixture to a piping bag fitted with a large star tip.

Step 10

Pipe the potato mixture into the greased ramekins, creating decorative swirls.

Step 11

In a small bowl, whisk together the whole egg and water to create an egg wash.

Step 12

Brush the top of each piped potato swirl lightly with the egg wash for a golden finish.

Step 13

Place the ramekins on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and slightly crisp.

Step 14

Carefully remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving.

Step 15

Serve the duchesse potatoes in ramekins warm as an elegant side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1225.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2185.3

Total Fat 132.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1216.2mg	0%
Sodium 3068.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 11.6g
Protein 55.3g	0%

Vitamin D 118.2IU	0%
Calcium 608.8mg	0%
Iron 13.3mg	0%
Potassium 5248.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 36.5%