René Verdon’s Pommes De Terre Chantilly

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 2

René Verdon's Pommes De Terre Chantilly recipe for a delicious side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 cups mashed potatoes
	salt & pepper
	1/2 cup heavy cream , whipped
	1/3 cup grated cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

380

Sugar

Fat

33g

René Verdon was a chef for President Kennedy and First Lady Jacqueline Kennedy. Pommes De Terre Chantilly (Chantilly Potatoes) was one of Verdon's signature dishes. This side dish is a combination of mashed potatoes, whipped cream, and cheese, baked until golden brown and bubbly. The dish is named after the Château de Chantilly, a castle near Paris where Verdon once worked as a chef. Pommes De Terre Chantilly is a perfect side dish for any occasion, from a casual family dinner to an elegant dinner party.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2.	Butter a baking dish and spread the mashed potatoes evenly in it.
3.	Season with salt and pepper to taste.
4.	Whisk the heavy cream until stiff peaks form, then gently fold in the grated cheese.
5.	Spread the whipped cream mixture over the mashed potatoes.
6.	Bake for about 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are bubbly.
7.	Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

This dish is simple and quick to make, and it tastes delicious.
The combination of mashed potatoes, whipped cream, and cheese creates a creamy, rich, and flavorful side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the heavy cream and cheese.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation. Potatoes are a good source of vitamins and minerals, and they are high in fiber. However, the addition of heavy cream and cheese makes this dish high in calories and fat.