Page 40 - A Literary Holiday Cookbook

Makes 21 duchess potatoes

“Master Peter Cratchit plunged a fork into the saucepan of potatoes, and getting the corners
of his monstrous shirt collar . . . into his mouth, rejoiced to find himself so gallantly attired,
and yearned to show his linen in the fashionable Parks.”

These baked garlic mashed potato dollops hold a special surprise: a cheddar cheese
center!

INGREDIENTS

1.5 lb. russet potatoes (approximately 4 medium potatoes)
½ cup butter (1 stick), divided

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon milk
½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon pepper

4 egg yolks
4 ounces mild cheddar cheese cubes