Description
Stamppot is a traditional Dutch comfort food, made with mashed potatoes and mixed with a variety of vegetables like kale, carrots, or sauerkraut. Typically served with sausage or bacon, it is a hearty and satisfying dish, perfect for cold weather and family meals.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 lb (450g) boerenkool (kale), finely chopped, or other vegetables like carrots, cabbage, or sauerkraut
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup milk (or more for creaminess)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 Dutch-style sausages (rookworst), or any smoked sausage (like kielbasa) or bacon
Instructions
Cook the potatoes: Place the peeled and chopped potatoes in a large pot, covering them with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until tender and easily pierced with a fork.
- Cook the vegetables: While the potatoes cook, boil kale or chosen vegetables for 5-7 minutes, or until softened. Drain the vegetables and set them aside.
- Mash the potatoes: Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter and milk, then mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper.
- Combine the mashed potatoes and vegetables: Stir the cooked kale (or other vegetables) into the mashed potatoes until well combined. Add more milk or butter for a creamier texture if desired.
- Prepare the sausage: Heat sausages in a pan or simmer them in hot water for 10-15 minutes. For extra crispiness, fry them in a pan.
- Serve: Serve the stamppot in bowls, topped with the sausage or crispy bacon. Optionally, drizzle with extra butter or serve with mustard for added flavor.
Notes
- Variations: Boerenkool Stamppot is the traditional version made with kale. You can also make it with carrots, onions, or sauerkraut for different flavors.
- Vegetarian Option: Skip the sausage and opt for sautéed mushrooms, veggie sausages, or a salad as a topping.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-30 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Boiling, Mashing
- Cuisine: Dutch
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg