
A historical side dish from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Wash and rub new potatoes with a coarse cloth or scrubbing-brush
Drop into boiling water and boil briskly until done, and no more
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Press a potato against the side of the kettle with a fork; if done, it will yield to a gentle pressure
In a saucepan have ready some butter and cream, hot, but not boiling, a little green parsley, pepper and salt
Drain the potatoes
Add the mixture
Put over hot water for a minute or two, and serve
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cooking new potatoes in their skins in boiling water sets the pectin in the thin skin, preventing it from slipping off while maintaining the potatoes' delicate texture. The waxy structure of new potatoes contains less starch than mature potatoes, allowing them to hold their shape when tossed with cream. Finishing the potatoes in warm (not boiling) cream prevents the dairy from breaking and creates a silky coating that clings to each potato.
The potatoes can be boiled up to 2 hours ahead, drained, and kept at room temperature. Reheat by dropping them back into boiling water for 1 minute before adding to the warm cream mixture. Do not make the cream mixture ahead, as it's best prepared fresh.
Store leftover potatoes in cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a covered saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of cream or milk if the sauce has been absorbed. Do not microwave, as this can cause the cream to separate and the potatoes to become rubbery.
AI-generated tips from Chef Cecil's culinary database
The potatoes can be boiled up to 2 hours ahead, drained, and kept at room temperature. Reheat by dropping them back into boiling water for 1 minute before adding to the warm cream mixture. Do not make the cream mixture ahead, as it's best prepared fresh.
Store leftover potatoes in cream in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a covered saucepan over low heat, adding a splash of cream or milk if the sauce has been absorbed. Do not microwave, as this can cause the cream to separate and the potatoes to become rubbery.