Duchess Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 2 lb russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 2 egg yolks
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or chives (optional)
• 1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing)

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes in salted water until tender, 15–20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
2. Add butter and cream; mix until creamy.
3. Stir in egg yolks, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line a baking sheet.
5. Pipe potato mixture into swirls on the sheet (12–15 portions).
6. Bake 25–30 minutes until golden and crisp on the edges.
7. Garnish with parsley or chives and serve.