Hutspot

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 2
A hearty and flavorful Dutch Hutspot recipe for a cozy night in
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

1 hr 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 lb onion
1/2 lb celery
2 lbs carrots
2 lbs rutabagas
4 lbs potatoes
2 cups sour cream
salt
1 lb bacon ( spek )
2 lbs smoked pork sausage , 1 sausage per person ( rookworst )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6-8
Calories
600
Sugar
10g
Fat
35g
Hutspot is a traditional Dutch dish that stems from the 16th century. It is a staple winter meal that is typically served at family gatherings and cozy dinners with friends. The meaning of Hutspot is 'hotchpotch' and the dish is known for its array of root vegetables which are mashed together with sour cream and bacon bits. The presentation of the dish is rustic and simple but its flavor is complex and sophisticated.

Instructions

1.Wash, peel and slice all the vegetables and boil them in a large pot of water.
2.Reserve 1 cup of the water from the pot and drain the rest of the vegetables.
3.In a pan, sauté the bacon until golden brown. Set aside.
4.In the same pan, cook the smoked pork sausage over medium heat for about 10 minutes. Set aside.
5.In a large mixing bowl or pot, mash the vegetables with the reserved water until you have a slightly chunky mixture.
6.Add the sour cream to the mixture and keep stirring until everything is well blended.
7.Heat the mashed vegetable mixture over low heat, stir in the bacon, and let simmer for 10 minutes.
8.Slice the smoked pork sausage into thick pieces, and serve on top of the Hutspot mixture.
9.Season with salt and serve immediately as is or with some crusty bread.

PROS

This hearty Dutch dish is easy to make, filling and comforting.

The mix of root vegetables and sour cream creates a unique flavor that is both savory and slightly sweet.

It can be stretched over a few meals as leftovers.

CONS

Hutspot can be high in calories and fat due to the presence of sour cream and bacon.

It can be a bit too heavy for some people.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Hutspot is packed with vitamins and minerals from the various vegetables.
Carrots are high in beta-carotene, which is good for vision health. Rutabaga is an antioxidant that promotes digestion. Celery adds fiber and is anti-inflammatory, while potatoes are high in vitamin B6 and potassium, which is beneficial to the heart and blood pressure.

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