Potato Mousseline Recipe (2024)

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Douglas Williams

"Mousseline" - in my experience - refers to the addition of whipped cream to Hollandaise sauce. If I were to go to the trouble outlined, I would try adding whipped cream - Why not? Trump's taking us to our doom, anyway!

Keith

Then you didn't make brown butter, you made burned butter

Penelope

Salted butter will be the culprit. I'm surprised the recipe doesn't state to only use unsalted butter, as browned salted butter doesn't get that complex caramel-y flavor for some reason... where's Harold McGee when you need him?

Sally

I use browned butter for lots of dishes (steamed vegetables, pasta, etc.) and make 1/2 pound at a time, since it stores so well in the refrigerator. No reason at all to wait until the day your guests are arriving to make it.

Frederick

Brown butter enriches potatoes, vegetables, and even some desserts. Key is to remove the pan at the point when butter takes on a deepening color. Any longer and it burns.

Nancy

The recipe calls for brown butter which has a nice nutty flavor. Browning butter is best done over medium heat, if it is done too quickly over high heat you risk burning the solids. This can be done ahead of time and then melted if it has started to solidify.

Karen DeLaria

We do something similar at holidays but cook the potatoes in the cream as opposed to water. Yes, it is very rich and calorie laden, but once in a blue moon, nothing about which to stress.

agilelatte@aol.com

You really didn't have to go down that path did you????? Unecessary.

Matt

I’m counting three pots, my food mill and a screen to prepare this. It sounds delicious but am I the only cook who thinks this is crazy if you are having people over for Thanksgiving?

j. Clarke

No.... the butter needs to brown slowly . I don't think the microwave would do this

Mary Ann Grant

Oh, Lordy! Too delicious. Burnt butter makes mashed potatoes so rich and tasty, it may be best to add an extra spud to make up for pre-tasting.This is my new comfort food. All one needs are a side of cottage cheese and an old movie!

Tessa

Not for browning butter. You're not going to get the caramelization of the milk solids -- which is what you're doing, toasting the milk solids in the butter -- if you melt the butter in the microwave. I second using unsalted butter.

smasue

Can this be frozen or made ahead? Information about this is helpful in planning.

Erin Stojmenovic

Oh my gosh, we should be friends! Cottage cheese, fancy mashed potatoes and an old movie is as good as it gets! Yum! And I love a pre-taster :)

Melissa

Really good. Used 4lbs potatoes for 7 people - was plenty. Had 2 pints of heavy cream, likely a bit too much

Nicolecooks2

I don't generally consider Yukon Golds to be a waxy potato; it's more starchy than waxy. That being said, I think Yukons are a good choice for this recipe.

David

this is worth the extra clean up!

Tim O.

Delicious. Be careful on weight and reducing cream... mine were maybe a bit too runny. Next time I'll add cream gradually. After ricer I'll whip with an electric beater.

Cary

This was delicious, and since one of our guests brought a white truffle, it was transcendent.I used a French ricer and Yukon Gold spuds. It was not possible to get them quite as creamy as russet-based mashed potatoes.

Matt

I’m counting three pots, my food mill and a screen to prepare this. It sounds delicious but am I the only cook who thinks this is crazy if you are having people over for Thanksgiving?

Mary Ann Grant

Oh, Lordy! Too delicious. Burnt butter makes mashed potatoes so rich and tasty, it may be best to add an extra spud to make up for pre-tasting.This is my new comfort food. All one needs are a side of cottage cheese and an old movie!

Erin Stojmenovic

Oh my gosh, we should be friends! Cottage cheese, fancy mashed potatoes and an old movie is as good as it gets! Yum! And I love a pre-taster :)

smasue

Can this be frozen or made ahead? Information about this is helpful in planning.

Karen DeLaria

We do something similar at holidays but cook the potatoes in the cream as opposed to water. Yes, it is very rich and calorie laden, but once in a blue moon, nothing about which to stress.

PSS

These sound wonderful in terms of flavor. I often use a ricer, but a ricer and pushing through a sieve? Initially I thought maybe the food stylist was responsible for the potatoes looking gluey (a potato pet peeve of mine) but now I'm thinking maybe that is what's intended. I think I'll try the browned butter in traditional fluffy mash instead.

Peter

Think it's one or the other. I use a river and turns out fab

Alexandra

If using a recipe then no need for the sieve.

Douglas Williams

"Mousseline" - in my experience - refers to the addition of whipped cream to Hollandaise sauce. If I were to go to the trouble outlined, I would try adding whipped cream - Why not? Trump's taking us to our doom, anyway!

agilelatte@aol.com

You really didn't have to go down that path did you????? Unecessary.

Frances Graef

Mine, too.

Sally

I use browned butter for lots of dishes (steamed vegetables, pasta, etc.) and make 1/2 pound at a time, since it stores so well in the refrigerator. No reason at all to wait until the day your guests are arriving to make it.

Frederick

Brown butter enriches potatoes, vegetables, and even some desserts. Key is to remove the pan at the point when butter takes on a deepening color. Any longer and it burns.

Nicole Snow

Brown butter is horrific! It tastes nothing like nuts - just burned, ruined butter!

Keith

Then you didn't make brown butter, you made burned butter

Penelope

Salted butter will be the culprit. I'm surprised the recipe doesn't state to only use unsalted butter, as browned salted butter doesn't get that complex caramel-y flavor for some reason... where's Harold McGee when you need him?

Naguon

You're not doing it right!

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Potato Mousseline Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is mousseline? ›

1. : a fine sheer fabric (as of rayon) that resembles muslin. 2. a. : a sauce (such as hollandaise) to which whipped cream or beaten egg whites have been added.

What does cream of tartar do for potatoes? ›

The cream of tartar keeps the potatoes from turning brown during cooking. You can use this method for any crock pot recipe that calls for potatoes.

Can mash potato be stored in the fridge? ›

How Long You Can Keep Leftover Mashed Potatoes. Mashed potatoes should easily last three to five days in the fridge if stored correctly and within two hours of cooking. This means ensuring there isn't any moisture buildup under the lid that could encourage the growth of bacteria.

Can I freeze potato puree? ›

Place scoops of mashed potato on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze until solid. Place frozen scoops in a freezer-safe bag, squeezing out as much air as possible. Be sure to label the bags with the date and amount of potatoes in each one. To ensure the best texture and flavor, eat the potatoes within a month.

What is mousseline sauce made of? ›

Mousseline sauce is made from egg yolks, lemon juice, salt, pepper, butter and heavy cream. Many recipes also add a pinch of cayenne pepper!

What is mousseline made of? ›

Crème Mousseline, also known as German buttercream, is a fluffy and silky buttercream made of pastry cream and whipped butter. Use it to frost cakes and cupcakes or for European style tortes and pastries.

Why do chefs soak potatoes in water? ›

Soaking potatoes in water helps remove excess starch. Excess starch can inhibit the potatoes from cooking evenly as well as creating a gummy or sticky texture on the outside of your potatoes. Cold water is used because hot water would react with the starch activating it, making it harder to separate from the potatoes.

Why add baking soda to water when cooking potatoes? ›

It makes the water alkaline which helps break down the surface of the potato and helps make your potatoes crispy!

Why put baking soda in boiling water for potatoes? ›

I love it when cooking involves a bit of a science experiment. In this case, research suggested adding baking soda to the pot when parboiling potatoes; having water of higher alkalinity than usual helps the outside edges of the potatoes break down more, opening up the possibility of a crisper outside texture.

Can you eat 5 day old mashed potatoes? ›

According to Healthline, mashed potatoes typically last three to four days in the fridge and up to a year when frozen, although the quality of mashed potatoes will not hold up once they have been frozen.

Can you eat mashed potatoes after sitting out all night? ›

How Long Can Food Sit Out? The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) food and safety basics states cooked food can be left at room temperature up to two hours. If the temperature outside (or inside your house) is 90°F or above, you should cut that time in half.

Why potatoes should not be refrigerated? ›

The Food and Drug Administration advises against storing uncooked potatoes in the fridge because the too cool temperature can result in increased acrylamide, a chemical formed from sugars and an amino acid that is naturally present in food, during cooking.

Why can't you freeze mashed potatoes? ›

How long do mashed potatoes last in the freezer? You can freeze mashed potatoes for up to one month. There's a good amount of liquid in the potatoes that could form ice crystals and cause freezer burn if they're frozen for longer periods of time.

Why can't you freeze cooked potatoes? ›

Prepared cooked potatoes tend to lose flavor rapidly when frozen and should be stored for only a few weeks. Mashed potatoes are prepared as usual; adding butter, cream, sour cream, or cream cheese provides fat that helps the frozen mashed potatoes to maintain their texture.

Why are my frozen mashed potatoes watery? ›

The first thing to know about freezing mashed potatoes is that the process may affect their texture. "The liquid absorbed by the potatoes while cooking will form ice crystals when they are frozen," says Martha's Vineyard- and Boston-based personal chef Carlos Montoya. "This may make them mushy, soggy, or grainy."

What is an example of a mousseline? ›

Meaning of mousseline in English

a thin sauce made by adding cream or egg white to hollandaise sauce (= a sauce made from egg yolks and butter): The poached salmon with mousseline sauce was beautifully cooked. The fish was served with peas and mint mousseline. The duck was served with a potato and garlic mousseline.

What is the difference between mousse and mousseline? ›

Key Points of Difference

Texture: Mousse has a denser texture, while mousseline is more refined and silky. Usage: Mousse can be the star of a dish, whereas mousseline often acts as a supporting element. Preparation: Mousseline requires more meticulous preparation, often involving sieving to achieve its fine texture.

What is the difference between crème pâtissière and mousseline? ›

Like diplomat cream, mousseline is a derivative of crème pâtissière. The main difference from crème pâtissière is the butter, which can be added as it is (half hot, half cold) or as a buttercream. Because it's beaten for several minutes, the mixture takes on a lighter, more airy texture.

What's the difference between mousse and mousseline? ›

Hot mousses often get their light texture from the addition of beaten egg whites. It is sometimes stabilized with gelatin. Mousseline - Mousseline may be used either for a sauce or for a type of fabric. Sauce Mousseline is also known as Sauce Chantilly, is produced by folding whipped cream into hollandaise sauce.

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