Herb-Scented Mashed Potatoes

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To make these next-level potatoes, Food & Wine’s Justin Chapple first steeps fresh rosemary, sage and garlic in a combination of milk and cream, then folds that fragrant mixture into boiled and riced potatoes. To make them even more irresistible, he brushes the mashed potatoes with butter and broils them before serving, creating a deliciously light and crispy potato crust on top. Slideshow: More Mashed Potato Recipes

By

Justin Chapple

Updated on August 2, 2023

Tested by

Food & Wine Test Kitchen

Active Time:

30 mins

Total Time:

1 hr

Yield:

10

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Ingredients

1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 1/4 cups whole milk
8 ounces unsalted butter, plus melted butter for brushing
Two 4-inch rosemary sprigs
2 sage sprigs
2 garlic cloves, crushed
5 pounds baking potatoes, peeled and cut into 2-inch pieces
Kosher salt
Pepper

Directions

In a medium saucepan, combine the cream, milk and the 2 sticks of butter with the rosemary, sage and garlic and bring just to a simmer. Remove from the heat and let steep for 15 minutes, then discard the rosemary, sage and garlic.
Meanwhile, in a large pot, cover the potatoes with water and bring to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt and simmer over moderate heat until tender, about 20 minutes. Drain well, then pass the potatoes through a ricer into the pot. Fold in the cream mixture and season generously with salt and pepper.
Light the broiler and position the rack 8 inches from the heat. Scrape the potatoes into a 12-inch round flameproof pan or baking dish (2 inches deep) and, using a spoon, decoratively swirl the top. Gently brush with melted butter. Broil for about 8 minutes, until the top is browned in spots. Serve hot.

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