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A Soft Mash with Cream and Parsley

The affinity between potatoes and parsley is usually demonstrated by tossing new potatoes in butter and the chopped herb. I like to take it one step further and put the parsley in a soft, almost sloppy purée of potatoes. It excels as a side dish for white fish.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    enough for 4

Ingredients

large floury potatoes – 4
parsley – a large bunch
light cream – 2/3 cup (150ml)
butter – 4 tablespoons (50g)

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Peel the potatoes and steam or boil them until tender. As the potatoes approach tenderness, finely chop the parsley and warm the cream in a small pan.

    Step 2

    Drain the potatoes, then return them to the pan, cover with a kitchen towel, and let sit for a few minutes. Mash the potatoes with the butter, then, when all is light and fluffy, stir in the cream and chopped parsley. Put the potatoes into a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment and beat with a little black pepper.

    Step 3

    Check the seasoning and serve immediately.

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