parmesan prosciutto mashed potatoes

Name: Parmesan Prosciutto Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pound(s) russet potatoes; 3 clove(s) garlic, peeled; 1/2 cup(s) butter; 2 ounce(s) prosciutto; 1/4 teaspoon(s) dried thyme leaves; 3/4 cup(s) milk, more if needed; 1/2 cup(s) freshly grated Parmesan cheese; - freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 tablespoon(s) grated Parmesan cheese, for garnish

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Carol Michels

Charles City, IA

Updated on Feb 23, 2026

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.

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A bowl of Parmesan Prosciutto Mashed Potatoes.

Blue Ribbon Recipe

These Parmesan prosciutto mashed potatoes are a wonderful twist on a comforting side dish. We loved adding prosciutto and thyme to the creamy mashed potatoes. It adds a salty, savory angle to the flavor profile. Sauteing the prosciutto in butter crisps it, adding a crispy, chewy texture to the smooth mashed potatoes. A great way to improve a crowd-pleasing side dish. If you want a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of milk.

— The Test Kitchen

prep time 20 Min

cook time 20 Min

method Stove Top

yield 8 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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Nutrition Facts

(per serving*)

calories: 240 kcal, carbohydrates: 18 g, cholesterol: 43 mg, fat: 17 g, fiber: 1 g, protein: 6 g, saturated fat: 10 g, sodium: 261 mg, sugar: 2 g, unsaturated fat: 7 g

*Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is estimated.

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