Here’s a comforting recipe for potato pâté that’s creamy and flavorful:
Ingredients:
- 500g potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 100g cream cheese or sour cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (like chives or parsley) for garnish
- Optional: 1 teaspoon mustard or nutritional yeast for added flavor
Instructions:
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Cook the Potatoes: Boil the diced potatoes in salted water until tender (about 15-20 minutes). Drain and let cool slightly.
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Sauté the Aromatics: In a pan, heat the olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another minute.
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Mash the Potatoes: In a large bowl, combine the cooked potatoes, sautéed onion and garlic, cream cheese (or sour cream), and mustard (if using). Mash until smooth and creamy.
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Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
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Chill: Transfer the mixture to a container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
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Serve: Garnish with fresh herbs and serve with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks.
This potato pâté is a comforting and satisfying dish, perfect as an appetizer or spread!
