Heavenly Potatoes
User Reviews
5
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Servings
7
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Vegetarian
Heavenly Potatoes
Description
This recipe begins by boiling peeled, chunked russet potatoes until tender. While the potatoes cook, cream, butter, and minced garlic are simmered together to release the garlic flavor into the dairy without browning. The drained potatoes are lightly mashed and combined gradually with the warm cream mixture to create a creamy base.
Pureed cottage cheese is stirred in to add a mild tang and silky texture, while sliced chives bring a fresh, mild onion flavor throughout. The potatoes are seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. Optional garnishes include melted butter and more chives, enhancing richness and visual appeal.
This side dish pairs well with a wide range of main courses and offers comforting texture with seasonally subtle garlic aroma. Its smoothness and richness make it a satisfying alternative to traditional mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 4 potato russet, peeled and cut into chunks
- ⅓ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup butter unsalted
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ¼ cup cottage cheese pureed
- 2 tablespoons chives thinly sliced
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
optional garnish
- chives
- butter melted
Instructions
- Place potatoes in a large pot and fill with water. Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
- Boil potatoes until fork tender, about 25 minutes.
- While potatoes boil, place cream, butter and garlic in a small saucepan and simmer. Once mixture comes to a simmer, remove from heat.
- Drain potatoes in a colander and return back to the pot. Lightly mash the potatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Pour cream mixture over the potatoes, a little at a time and mash the potatoes until all the cream mixture has been used and potatoes are smooth.
- Stir in pureed cottage cheese and sliced chives and season with salt and pepper.
- Top with remaining chives and melted butter, if desired. Serve warm.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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