Traditional Dutch Stamppot Recipe with Smoked Sausage

Traditional Dutch Stamppot with Rookworst

Imagine cozying up on a chilly evening with a comforting bowl of a hearty Dutch classic. Stamppot, a traditional Dutch dish, is a sublime mash of vegetables, perfectly complemented by the smoky flavor of rookworst sausage. This dish is a tribute to the rich culinary heritage of the Netherlands, blending the robust essence of native vegetables with a succulent sausage. Whether you’re in the Netherlands or yearning for a taste of Western European cuisine, this dish is sure to warm your soul and satisfy your taste buds.

Serves: 2, Difficulty: Expert

Preparation Time: 20 minutes, Cooking Time: 40 minutes

Ingredients

• 400 gram potatoes, peeled and quartered
• 200 gram kale, chopped
• 200 gram carrots, peeled and sliced
• 200 gram sauerkraut, drained
• 2 smoked rookworst sausages
• 50 gram butter
• 100 ml milk
• Salt, to taste
• Black pepper, to taste
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

Method

• Boil the potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 20 minutes, or until tender. Drain and set aside.
• In a separate pot, boil the carrots until tender, approximately 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
• In the pot with the potatoes, add the drained carrots, kale, and sauerkraut.
• Place the pot on low heat, add butter, and mash the vegetables until creamy. Gradually add milk, and stir until well mixed.
• Season the mash with Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to taste.
• In a separate pan, cook the rookworst sausages over medium heat until browned and heated through, about 10 minutes.
• Slice the rookworst and serve on top of the vegetable mash.

Tips

• For an enhanced flavor, warm the milk and butter together before adding to the mash.
• Use a mixer for the mash for an extra creamy texture.
• Try adding a pinch of nutmeg to the potatoes for a slightly warm, nutty flavor.

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