parmesan prosciutto mashed potatoes

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29 Pinches
Charles City, IA
Updated on Nov 27, 2011

This recipe is a refreshing change from the same old mashed potatoes. These can be prepared 6 hours ahead - cover and chill. Stir over low heat to rewarm, adding more milk by tablespoonfuls, if needed.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 2 ounces prosciutto
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme leaves
  • 3/4 cup milk, more if needed
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • - freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

How To Make parmesan prosciutto mashed potatoes

  • Step 1
    Peel and cube the potatoes.
  • Step 2
    Cook potatoes and garlic in a large pot of boiling water until very tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Step 3
    Drain; return potatoes and garlic to the same pot.
  • Step 4
    Thinly slice and chop the prosciutto.
  • Step 5
    Melt butter in a heavy small saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped prosciutto and thyme and sauté until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Step 6
    Add the prosciutto mixture and 3/4 cup milk to the potatoes and garlic.
  • Step 7
    Mash well, adding more milk by tablespoonfuls if potatoes are dry.
  • Step 8
    Mix in 1/2 cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  • Step 9
    Season with pepper.
  • Step 10
    Transfer potatoes to a bowl. Sprinkle lightly with 2 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese; serve.

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Category: Potatoes
Keyword: #Parmesan
Keyword: #prosciutto
Keyword: #mashed
Culture: American
Ingredient: Potatoes
Method: Stove Top

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