It’s going to be a real quick French Fridays with Dorie post this week. The recipes for this month were not posted until Monday which, for this planner-aheader doesn’t work so well. Not to mention it’s barely light when I get home from work so the chances of taking decent photos are definitely somewhat reduced. I was pleased to squeeze in the matafan (pp 356 – 357) though – however rushed – I’d had my eye on them for a while now, intrigued about the idea of a fluffy mashed potato pancake. I am a fan of potato cakes so a fluffy one sounded like heaven 🙂
I did this in two stages because the baked potatoes took a couple of hours to bake (on a salt bed) in the oven. Since I don’t own a potato ricer, I had to push the (now cold) mixture through a sieve which wasn’t the easiest task. After that it was a breeze to whip up the batter and cook these babies.
I ate them on their own, resisting the urge to dip them in some ketchup. That would have been good but these honestly did not need it – they were THAT good alone. Fluffy and potato-ey without the heaviness I usually associate with a potato cake. Excuse the bad photos – my first blog photos taken indoors for a very long time…
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Your photos look fabulous, Mardi! And so do your pancakes…these were darn good, weren’t they? I can’t imagine pushing the potatoes through a sieve, though….you get points for determination!!!
So. So. good!!!!
Your photos are so pretty, Mardi:) I loved these Matafan and can’t wait to make them again very soon:) xx
Mmmm – me too!
I just want to stuff this whole thing in my face. Not graceful, I know, but probably utterly satisfying.
They are quite dainty so you can pop the whole think in your mouth at once!
I wanted to dip mine in ketchup too! Alas, we were out. 🙁 Yours look really good!
Next time!
I love mashed potato pancakes, that ‘s how I cook my left over mashed potatoes. Looks like you need to ask Santa for a potato ricer.
Maybe….. 😉
Your pictures look great as do your potato pancakes. You are one dedicated member of FFWD to work your potatoes through a sieve!
Oh really – it’s NOThING compared to some of the Charcutepalooza challenges!
Such an interesting way to make a pancake, they look so delicious!!
I know – and so easy!
How cute and fluffy! And, I love the ringed plate you served these on.
Thanks!
Wow, these look so fluffy, indeed! I am used to grated potato pancakes from home in Germany, these look quite different. Yours look very delicious!
These are quite different from those but they are so good!
This time of year is wreaking havoc on my photos as well. The sun is pretty much useless after 4. But your pancakes look tasty anyway and I’m very happy to read the positive review. I’m looking forward to giving these a try myself.
You’ll enjoy them for sure!
Looks great, even if taken indoors. I used my ricer on the potatoes when they were hot and it was quite easy. Perhaps Santa should consider a ricer for you! Have a great weekend Mardi. Looking forward to your Charcutepalooza post.
Aw a ricer….. Hmmmm…..
Your indoor pics look great! I feel your pain about the potato ricer, but they were definitely worth the hassle.
I think so too!
I found myself longing for a food mill while making this. I’m glad you were able to squeeze it in to your week. They look delish!
Yes a food mill would be so handy!
Glad you got around to this recipe despite the rush! I learned the hard way years ago that mashing cold potato is asking for trouble so I always mill them hot before stashing away in the fridge. I was smiling when you mentioned ketchup. It didn’t even occur to me but that makes so much sense! I’m sure my meat-and-potato BF would love that idea. 🙂
Mmmmmm – ketchup!
I think your picture looks great, and I love the plate! Everyone really seems to love these; I may have to give them a second chance!
Yeah they were a hit!
Well, my photos are always bad…just point and shoot, but they are fun and remind me about what I have done. But that said, I think your photos are great. Pretty colors and beautiful food. I cheated on the cooking/mashiing method…had to hurry. But yours are so round and pretty…it was worth all your efforts.
Good to know that you can cheat because I don’t know I would have time for 2 hours baking in the oven very often!
These look soooo delicious! Great pics!
Many thanks!
I define “late” as being less than 5 minutes early, so I feel your pain 🙂
No one is going to laugh at your pictures, I promise!
Have a great weekend.
Aw thanks Cher!
These look great–with Hannukah rapidly approaching, I’m wondering about trying these instead of the traditional latkes.
Oh yes, I wonder if they would be a good substitute?
oh but they look great and your plate is adorable!!
Thanks Alice!
Yeah, that Monday announcement prevented me from getting to these too but I know I will…soon! I hope I can make them look this good when I do.
They are pretty quick to make actually and would go with any number of meals.
Your pancakes look perfect! Love the colourful plate too.
Thanks – the pancakes needed a little colour!
LOL! You should see my indoor pics!!!
I think your photos are great!
And they really were delicious huh?!
So SO good!
Ooooh! Despite the hiccups these turned out beautifully 🙂 I love this FFwD, I want to try a potato pancake!
Buzzed
They are really delicious!
It’s always a challenge to take photos indoors this time of year, but if you hadn’t said anything I wouldn’t have known…I think they are really good photos and spotlight your matafan perfectly.
Oh thanks 🙂
somehow, for the rest of the winter, I may be in the nighttime photo boat. ugh. I think yours turned out quite well.
Sigh. But thanks. Hate the winter and the light.
These are lovely, congrats on top 9!
Thanks so much!
Your pancakes look perfect! They’re all consistently golden brown, I’m very jealous 🙂 I’m also a plan-aheader, so I couldn’t get to this recipe this week. I’m impressed you made it. I’m hoping to try it next week.
It’s delicious – not one to be missed!
I, too like to plan ahead. Even though I’m retired I am always making lists and plans. So,
with the holidays coming I made three of the recipes for this month in a week. Nothing
like being prepared. Your pancakes look delicious and light, mine became very brown
only because of the butter. I think I have to learn how to cook with butter a little more,
as I am use to using a little oil, or an oil and butter combo. We did enjoy the pancakes
though, and I’m sure Tricia and I will be revisiting this recipe again.
My second batch came out brown too 🙁
All of the potato pancakes I’ve had in the past have been anything but fluffy… Yours look really great!
These were really good!
Love how the potato pancakes look on that plate! That is a party waiting to happen!
I thought the plate added some colour!
Oh these look so lovely! These are going to be on my mind all week!
So easy to make!
no need for sauce? I am tempted to add chilli sauce!
Oh yes….