Best 3 Geoffrey Zakarians Mashed Potatoes Recipes

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Geoffrey Zakarian's Mashed Potatoes are a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and elevate any meal. These sumptuous potatoes boast a creamy, velvety texture, a rich and indulgent flavor profile, and an alluring aroma that will fill your kitchen with warmth and comfort. With a few simple ingredients and a touch of culinary expertise, you can recreate this signature dish in your own home, transforming your ordinary mashed potatoes into an extraordinary culinary experience.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HERBED POTATO SALAD



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds baby red potatoes, skin on
3 cloves garlic
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon minced fresh dill
1 tablespoon minced fresh tarragon
1 Fresno chile, seeds removed and finely chopped (about 1 tablespoon)
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives
2 tablespoons finely-minced shallot
2 tablespoons chardonnay vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice, plus additional to taste
1 tablespoon whole-grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the potato salad: Place the potatoes and whole garlic cloves in a large pot and cover by 2 inches with cold water. Season the water liberally with salt. Bring the potatoes to a simmer over medium heat and cook until fork-tender, 20 to 25 minutes. Drain the potatoes and garlic in a colander. Transfer to a sheet tray or cutting board. Gently press each potato and garlic clove to smash them and set them aside in a bowl, covering the bowl with aluminum foil to keep the potatoes warm.
  • For the vinaigrette: In a large bowl, whisk together the shallots, vinegar, lemon juice, mustard, honey, salt and a generous grinding of pepper. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to emulsify the vinaigrette.
  • Add the warm potatoes to the vinaigrette and toss to combine. Add the parsley, dill and tarragon to the potatoes. Toss to coat, seasoning with additional lemon juice and salt to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with the Fresno chile and chives. Serve at room temperature or keep covered in the refrigerator overnight, tossing again before serving.

REALLY CREAMY POTATO PURéE



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 pounds large Yukon gold potatoes
2 cups heavy cream, warmed
1/2 pound (2 sticks) European-style salted butter, diced, cold
Kosher salt
Chopped chives, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • On a parchment-lined sheet pan, arrange the potatoes in an even layer. Bake the potatoes until tender, about 45 minutes. Let the potatoes cool slightly until able to be handled but still hot. Peel the potatoes.
  • Add one potato at a time to a ricer and rice the potatoes into a pot. Add the warm cream to the potatoes and some pieces of butter. Whisk until smooth. Continue to add most of the remaining butter, whisking piece by piece, reserving 1 to 2 tablespoons to finish. Season the potatoes with salt.
  • Fill a small Dutch oven with hot water to warm it up. Dump the water and transfer the potatoes to the pot. Top with the remaining butter and garnish with chives.

GEOFFREY ZAKARIAN'S MASHED POTATOES



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World-renowned chef Geoffrey Zakarian shares a recipe for Mashed Potatoes, from his cookbook, "Town/Country."

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dinner Recipes     Dinner Side Dishes

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 pounds russet or Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup whole milk, plus more as desired
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus more as desired
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Place potatoes in a steamer basket set over a medium saucepan filled with 2 inches of water. Place saucepan over medium-high heat and steam potatoes until tender, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until hot, but not boiling. Drain potatoes and pass them through a ricer back into the medium saucepan. Using a wooden spoon, gently stir in butter and hot milk until well incorporated. Season with salt and pepper. Add additional milk and butter, if desired. Serve warm.

Tips:

  • Use Yukon Gold or russet potatoes for the best results.
  • Peel and cut the potatoes into even-sized pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Bring the potatoes to a boil in salted water, then reduce the heat to low and simmer until they are tender.
  • Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot over low heat until they are dry.
  • Mash the potatoes with a potato masher or ricer until they are smooth and creamy.
  • Add warm milk, melted butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • For extra creamy mashed potatoes, add a beaten egg yolk or a dollop of sour cream.
  • For a more flavorful mashed potatoes, add roasted garlic, herbs, or grated cheese.
  • Serve the mashed potatoes immediately, or keep them warm in a slow cooker on the lowest setting.

Conclusion:

Geoffrey Zakarian's mashed potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them creamy and smooth, or chunky and rustic, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a simple yet satisfying side dish, give Geoffrey Zakarian's mashed potatoes a try.

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