Best 2 Porcini Mashed Potatoes Recipes

Indulge in a culinary masterpiece that elevates the humble mashed potatoes to a gourmet delight. Our porcini mashed potatoes recipe tantalizes taste buds with earthy, nutty undertones from dried porcini mushrooms, perfectly complemented by creamy Yukon Gold potatoes and a touch of aromatic white truffle oil. Discover the secrets to creating this luxurious side dish, guaranteed to impress at any gathering.

For those seeking a vegan alternative, our vegan porcini mashed potatoes offer a rich and satisfying experience. This plant-based version captures the essence of the original with a combination of cremini mushrooms, vegetable broth, and nutritional yeast, delivering a delectable and guilt-free indulgence.

If you're a fan of slow-cooker convenience, our slow-cooker mashed potatoes with porcini mushrooms provide effortless preparation. Simply toss all ingredients into your slow cooker and let it work its magic. This hands-off approach yields creamy, flavorful mashed potatoes infused with the deep flavors of porcini mushrooms.

And for those who love a crispy, cheesy topping, our mashed potatoes with porcini mushrooms and cheese offer a delightful combination of textures and flavors. A golden-brown crust of Parmesan and Gruyère cheeses adds an extra layer of indulgence to this already irresistible dish.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PORCINI MASHED POTATOES

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Categories Mushroom Potato Vegetarian Yogurt Simmer Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3/4 ounce dried porcini mushrooms (a scant 1 cup)
2 cups boiling water
2 pound Yukon Gold or russet (baking) potatoes (4 to 5 potatoes)
5 tablespoons plain non-fat yogurt
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

In a small bowl soak porcini in boiling water 30 minutes. Remove porcini, squeezing out excess liquid, and reserve soaking liquid. Rinse porcini to remove any grit and pat dry. Chop porcini. Line a sieve set over a small saucepan with a dampened paper towel or coffee filter and pour reserved soaking liquid through it. Add porcini to soaking liquid and boil until liquid is reduced to about 1/3 cup.
Peel potatoes and in a large saucepan cover them with salted water by 1 inch. Simmer potatoes, until they can be pierced easily with a fork, about 25 to 35 minutes. Drain potatoes in a colander and force them while still hot through a ricer or a food mill fitted with medium disk into a large bowl.
With a slotted spoon transfer porcini to potatoes in bowl and with a wooden spoon beat in yogurt, olive oil, salt to taste, and about 4 tablespoons reduces porcini liquid, or just enough to thin potatoes to desired consistency. Potatoes may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Reheat potatoes, tightly covered, in a preheated 500°F. oven 10 minutes, or until heated through.

PORCINI MUSHROOM MASHED POTATOES

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Categories Mushroom Potato Side Thanksgiving Low Fat Vegetarian Fall Vegan Gourmet

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cups boiling water
1 1/2 ounces dried porcini mushrooms (about 1 1/2 cups)
1/2 pound fresh white mushrooms
2 teaspoons olive oil
3 pounds yellow-fleshed potatoes such as Yukon Gold
Garnish: chopped fresh chives

Steps:

In a heatproof bowl pour boiling water over porcini. Soak porcini 30 minutes. Lift out porcini, squeezing out excess liquid, and reserve soaking liquid. In a sieve rinse porcini to remove any grit and pat dry. Chop porcini. Pour reserved soaking liquid through a sieve lined with a dampened paper towel or coffee filter into another bowl.
Thinly slice white mushrooms. In a skillet heat oil over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking and sauté white mushrooms until liquid mushrooms give off is evaporated and they begin to brown. Stir in porcini and salt and pepper to taste and sauté, stirring, 2 minutes.
Peel and quarter potatoes. In a kettle cover potatoes with salted cold water by 2 inches and simmer until very tender, about 30 minutes. Drain potatoes in a colander and transfer to a large bowl. With a potato masher mash potatoes. Stir mushrooms and 1/2 cup soaking liquid, or to taste, into potatoes until combined well and season with salt and pepper. Potatoes may be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered. Reheat potatoes, covered, in a 350°F. oven about 30 minutes.
Garnish potatoes with chives.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients: The better the quality of your ingredients, the better your mashed potatoes will be. Look for fresh, flavorful potatoes and a good quality dried porcini mushrooms.
Soak your porcini mushrooms in hot water before using them: This will help to rehydrate them and bring out their full flavor.
Add the porcini mushrooms to the potatoes while they are still hot: This will help the flavors to meld together.
Don't over-mash your potatoes: You want them to be creamy and fluffy, not gluey.
Season your mashed potatoes to taste: Add salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings until you reach the desired flavor.
Serve your mashed potatoes immediately: They are best when they are fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

Porcini mashed potatoes are a delicious and elegant side dish that is perfect for any occasion. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will impress your guests and leave them wanting more.

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