Stamppot
Cooking With KidsThis classic Dutch dish presents a comforting and remarkably satisfying harmony of velvetiness and earthy freshness. Rich mashed potatoes, enriched with butter and milk, are melded with fresh kale and smoked sausages to provide traditional depth and a rugged, rustic texture. It is a warm, artisanal potage ideal for cooler days, offering a profound depth of flavor that celebrates refined rustic simplicity.
- Prep
- 5 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
Instructions
- 1Wash and peel the potatoes and cut into similarly sized pieces for even cooking.
- 2In a large soup pot, boil the potatoes and the bay leaves in salted water for 20 minutes. Discard the bay leaves.
- 3If you're not using a bag of ready-cut curly kale, wash the bunches thoroughly under cool running water to get rid of all soil—you wouldn't want that gritty texture in your finished dish. Trim any coarse stems and discard any brown leaves. With a sharp knife, cut the curly kale into thin strips.
Nutrition
- Calories
- 634
- Protein
- 11.8g
- Carbs
- 69.8g
Family cooking
Cooking With Kids
Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.
Age 3-5
Small helper
- Mash soft ingredients
- Wash fruit and vegetables
Age 6-8
Kitchen explorer
- Stir a batter
- Measure simple ingredients
Chef tips
For the perfect texture, ensure the potatoes are completely tender before mashing. Add the kale during the final minutes of cooking to maintain its vibrant green color and nutrients. To make this a full meal, serve with seared kosher sausages on top. If the kids aren't kale fans, swap half for spinach or cooked carrots for a mild sweetness they'll love.
Culinary reasoning
This classic Dutch dish presents a comforting and remarkably satisfying harmony of velvetiness and earthy freshness. Rich mashed potatoes, enriched with butter and milk, are melded with fresh kale and smoked sausages to provide traditional depth and a rugged, rustic texture. It is a warm, artisanal potage ideal for cooler days, offering a profound depth of flavor that celebrates refined rustic simplicity.
