Best 4 Brown Butter Mashed Potatoes Recipes
Brown butter mashed potatoes are a delicious and decadent side dish that is perfect for any occasion. With their rich, nutty flavor and creamy texture, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. This simple yet impressive dish can be easily prepared in under an hour, making it a great option for busy weeknights or special gatherings. If you're looking for a side dish that will elevate your next meal, look no further than brown butter mashed potatoes.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
MASHED SWEET POTATOES WITH MAPLE AND BROWN BUTTER
This recipe is a grown-up take on sweet potatoes with brown sugar and marshmallows. A generous swirl of browned butter and maple syrup give the potatoes an earthy sweetness and great depth of flavor, while salted, toasted pecans sprinkled on top add a savory crunch. To save time on Thanksgiving, toast the pecans and make the brown butter up to a day in advance. Simply store the pecans in an airtight container, and the brown butter in the refrigerator. (Gently melt the butter in the microwave before using.)
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories dinner, vegetables, side dish
Time 35m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the sweet potatoes and cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 15 to 20 minutes, until very tender when pierced with a fork.
- Meanwhile, toast the pecans (optional): Place the pecans in a medium sauté pan. Cook over medium-low heat, tossing often, for 3 to 5 minutes, until lightly toasted. Transfer to a cutting board, and roughly chop. Sprinkle generously with salt, and set aside. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel.
- In the same pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Cook, watching carefully and stirring occasionally with a silicone spatula, until brown bits appear and the butter gives off a nutty aroma, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat immediately. Carefully pour the melted butter into a small heatproof bowl, scraping the pan with a spatula to get all of the brown bits. Set aside.
- Drain the cooked potatoes, and add them to the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Add the milk, 3 tablespoons maple syrup, 2 teaspoons salt and pepper and mix on medium-low speed until the potatoes are creamy and smooth. Add the reserved brown butter and mix until just incorporated.
- Transfer the potatoes to a shallow serving bowl, sprinkle with the reserved pecans, and drizzle with maple syrup. Serve warm. (The potatoes may be kept warm, covered, in a low oven for up to 30 minutes. Add the pecans just before serving.)
BROWN BUTTER MASHED POTATOES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 45m
Yield 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel the potatoes, rinse in cold water and cut into fourths. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until fork-tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, add the butter to a saucepan over medium heat. Allow the butter to brown, 2 to 3 minutes, being careful not to burn it. Swirl the pan as you go, stopping when the solids turn medium to deep golden brown.
- Drain the potatoes, then return them to the pot. With the burner on low heat, mash the potatoes with a potato masher; the more steam that's released while you mash, the better. Mash for about 5 minutes. Turn off the burner.
- Add the cream cheese, half-and-half, cream, some salt and pepper and three-quarters of the brown butter to the pot and stir to combine. If the mixture needs thinning, add some milk. Check the seasonings, adding salt and pepper to taste. Drizzle the remaining brown butter over the top. Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
BROWN BUTTER AND SCALLION MASHED POTATOES
Categories Potato Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Fall Winter Gourmet Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover potatoes with cold water by 2 inches in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot and add 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes are tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes in a colander, then return to pot and cook over moderate heat, shaking pot occasionally, until dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Mash hot potatoes with masher or force through food mill into another pot, then cover to keep warm.
- Bring milk with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons salt just to a boil in a 1-quart saucepan, then remove from heat and stir into potatoes until combined. Stir in sour cream, then cover and keep warm.
- Cook butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat, stirring frequently and scraping up brown bits, until foam subsides and butter is golden brown, about 8 minutes. Add scallions and pepper and cook, stirring, until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Fold butter mixture into mashed potatoes and season with salt.
BROWN BUTTER MASHED POTATOES (MICHAEL SMITH)
In the words of Michael Smith (one of my favourite Canadian chefs), "Everybody knows how good mashed potatoes are but if you really want to impress your friends and family try them with brown butter. You won't believe how much flavour is locked into a stick of butter but you will believe these are the best-mashed spuds you've ever had!". Enjoy!
Provided by Nif_H
Categories Mashed Potatoes
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Cut the potatoes into large chunks then steam, boil or microwave them until they're tender. Drain well.
- Meanwhile, toss the butter into a small saucepot and heat it until it melts over medium heat. Because butter contains as much as twenty percent water it will then begin to steam and foam. Once the water has evaporated the foam will subside and the butter's temperature will begin to rise. The milk fat solids that are one or two percent of the butter will then begin to brown.
- Continue watching as it begins foaming a second time. Swirl it gently, watching the colour, until it turns golden brown and releases the aroma of toasting nuts.
- Immediately pour the browned butter into a bowl to stop it from browning further.
- When the potatoes are tender mash in the butter, nutmeg and seasonings. Taste and season a bit more if needed. Then watch the bowl empty!
Tips:
- Use russet potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best type of potato for mashed potatoes because they are starchy and have a fluffy texture.
- Peel and cut the potatoes evenly: This will help them cook evenly.
- Boil the potatoes in salted water: The salt will help to flavor the potatoes.
- Drain the potatoes thoroughly: This will help to prevent them from being watery.
- Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or ricer: Do not use a food processor or blender, as this will make the potatoes gluey.
- Add butter and milk gradually: This will help to prevent the potatoes from becoming too runny or stiff.
- Season the potatoes to taste: Salt, pepper, and garlic powder are all good options.
- Garnish the potatoes with chives or parsley: This will add a pop of color and flavor.
Conclusion:
Brown butter mashed potatoes are a delicious and easy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of main courses. By following the tips in this article, you can make the perfect brown butter mashed potatoes every time.
In addition to the tips above, here are a few other things to keep in mind when making brown butter mashed potatoes:
- You can use any type of butter to make brown butter, but unsalted butter is best.
- Be careful not to burn the butter. If it starts to smoke, remove it from the heat immediately.
- Add the browned butter to the potatoes while they are still hot. This will help to melt the butter and create a smooth and creamy texture.
- Serve the mashed potatoes immediately. They are best when they are hot and fluffy.
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