Mashed Potatoes with Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist—Mashed Potatoes with Prosciutto and Parmesan Cheese. This creamy, rich dish combines fluffy mashed Russet potatoes with indulgent heavy cream, melted butter, and a generous helping of nutty Parmesan cheese for a luxurious flavor. Crispy, golden prosciutto adds a salty, savory crunch, while fresh chives provide a bright, herby finish. Whether you're serving this as a holiday side dish or upgrading a weeknight meal, these mashed potatoes are an irresistible crowd-pleaser. With simple ingredients and only 40 minutes from prep to table, this recipe is as easy as it is impressive.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 0.75 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 slices Prosciutto slices
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes and chop them into evenly sized 1-inch cubes.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover them with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the water.

Step 3

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 12-15 minutes or until they are fork-tender.

Step 4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat.

Step 5

Add the prosciutto slices to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until crispy. Remove from the skillet, let them cool slightly, and then crumble into small pieces. Set aside.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes in a colander, then return them to the pot.

Step 7

Add the butter and heavy cream to the pot. Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or ricer until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Step 9

Fold in most of the crispy prosciutto, reserving a small amount for garnish.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish. Sprinkle the remaining prosciutto and chopped chives over the top as garnish.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1251.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2269.4

Total Fat 135.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 72.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 364mg	0%
Sodium 5444.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 10.5g
Protein 71.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 817.2mg	0%
Iron 11.8mg	0%
Potassium 5535.2mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 34.8%