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Duchess PotatoesPrized for its presentation, this fancy French potato dish, Duchess potatoes, dates back to the 1700s, when it was created — and given its aristocratic name — to help elevate the reputation of the humble tuber in France, where it had yet to be widely embraced by home cooks.
These are my squiggly duchess potatoes. For a new take on mashed potatoes, we’re looking back on a classic French potato dish. They start with smooth-as-butter mashed potatoes passed through a rice or a food mill, and they’re seasoned with Gruyere cheese and a pinch of nutmeg. You pipe them into these cute little squiggles and they’re all about texture. Imagine the most creamy, buttery, cheesy potatoes that are soft and creamy on the inside, and they have a super delicate crust on the outside.
Prized for its presentation, this fancy French potato dish, Duchess potatoes, dates back to the 1700s, when it was created — and given its aristocratic name — to help elevate the reputation of the humble tuber in France, where it had yet to be widely embraced by home cooks.
By Nyt Cooking
November 20, 2025
Dining and Cooking