Name: Crème Fraîche Mashed Potatoes
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, quartered; 2/3 cup crème fraîche or sour cream; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

This recipe is an accompaniment for Short Ribs Provençale with Crème Fraîche Mashed Potatoes.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

3 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled, quartered

2/3 cup crème fraîche or sour cream

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter

Preparation

Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 25 minutes. Drain. Return potatoes to pot. Add crème fraîche and butter; mash until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. (Potatoes can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature. Rewarm over low heat, stirring frequently.)

TagsRusset Potato Potato Root Vegetable Vegetable Sour Cream Dairy Nut Free Gluten Free Vegetarian 5 Ingredients or Fewer Weeknight Meals Easy Simmer Bon Appétit

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