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Traditional Dutch Stamppot: made with mashed potatoes and vegetables

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Stamppot

Cultural Context

Stamppot is a traditional Dutch dish that originated as a hearty meal for farmers during the cold winters. It typically combines mashed potatoes with various vegetables, most commonly kale or sauerkraut, and is often served with smoked sausage. This comforting dish reflects the Dutch love for simple, filling meals and has become a staple in homes across the Netherlands. Today, variations abound, with many families adding their own twists, making it a beloved comfort food worldwide.

DutchNLmain
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 kg potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
300 g kale (or substitute with Endive, sauerkraut, or carrots and onions)
250 ml milk
50 g butter
1 tbsp mustard (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
200 g smoked sausage (optional)
200 g diced bacon (optional)

smoked sausage

🥗Healthier: chicken sausage

💰Cheaper: pork sausage

Chicken sausage reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil provides healthy fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories.

kale

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Spinach offers similar nutrients at lower cost.

1

Fill a large pot with water and add salt, then bring to a boil.

2

Add the potato chunks and kale to the boiling water.

3

Let everything simmer for about 20 minutes until the potatoes are tender.

4

While the potatoes are cooking, heat the smoked sausage according to the package instructions, usually for 15 minutes in hot water.

5

Drain the potatoes and kale once cooked.

6

Add milk and butter to the drained potatoes and kale, then mash everything until smooth.

7

Stir in mustard, salt, and pepper to taste.

8

In a separate pan, fry the diced bacon cubes until crispy.

9

Mix the crispy bacon into the mashed potatoes for extra flavor.

10

Serve the mash with the smoked sausage on the side, and add a dash of gravy if desired.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashing

Equipment Needed

large potseparate pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Stamppot boerenkoolStamppot hutspotStamppot zuurkool

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