A historical side dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913). The quality depends upon very thoroughly beating the eggs before adding them, so that the potato will remain light and porous after baking, similar to sponge cake.
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Mix the whole until thoroughly light
Put into a pudding or vegetable dish
Spread a little butter over the top
Bake a golden brown
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Beating the eggs to a froth incorporates air bubbles that expand during baking, creating a light, soufflé-like texture rather than dense reheated potatoes. The flour acts as a binder and helps set the structure, while the milk rehydrates the cold mashed potatoes. Browning the buttered top triggers the Maillard reaction, developing complex flavors and an appealing golden crust that contrasts with the fluffy interior.
The potato mixture can be assembled up to 4 hours ahead and held at room temperature, covered with plastic wrap. Do not refrigerate before baking, as cold mixture will increase baking time and may result in uneven cooking. Add 5-10 minutes to baking time if mixture has cooled completely.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The light, airy texture will deflate upon cooling and cannot be fully restored. Reheat individual portions in a 350°F oven for 12-15 minutes, or microwave on 50% power in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
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The potato mixture can be assembled up to 4 hours ahead and held at room temperature, covered with plastic wrap. Do not refrigerate before baking, as cold mixture will increase baking time and may result in uneven cooking. Add 5-10 minutes to baking time if mixture has cooled completely.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The light, airy texture will deflate upon cooling and cannot be fully restored. Reheat individual portions in a 350°F oven for 12-15 minutes, or microwave on 50% power in 30-second intervals until warmed through.
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