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Silky Saffron-Infused Mashed Fingerling Potatoes from Le Touquet with Fleur de Sel

Ingredients for 6 people
  • 1.3 kg Rattes du Touquet fingerling potatoes
  • 2 g saffron filaments
  • 1 white onion
  • 1 celery stick
  • 15 cl heavy cream
  • 200 g butter
  • Fleur de sel
  • 2 sprigs dill
  • 1 pinch Espelette pepper


Preparation
  • Preparation time: 20 minutes
  • Cooking time: 30 minutes


Peel the onion and cut it in half.

Trim the celery stalk and cut it into 4 sections.

Peel the potatoes, rinse them, and place in a saucepan with the onion, celery, dill stalks (reserving the leaves), Espelette pepper, and saffron filaments wrapped in cheesecloth.

Cover with cold water, bring to a boil, and cook for 20 to 30 minutes until tender.

Remove the aromatics and saffron, then mash the potatoes with a potato masher or fine-grid vegetable mill for the silkiest results.

Incorporate the butter in pieces, followed by the cream, mixing gently to emulsify.

Reheat gently over low heat in a bain-marie to preserve the flavors.

Garnish with dill sprigs and a sprinkle of fleur de sel. Serve immediately for peak indulgence.