"Show me your garden and I shall tell you what you are."
~ Alfred Austin
Snail and Baby Tears wall
PLANKED WHITEFISH with DUCHESSE POTATOES
~ Owner Gary Cochran's (Beau Jack's - Bloomfield Hills) memorable signature dish, Charlevoix-style, piped with duchesse potatoes around the plank.
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Duchesse Potatoes:
2 lbs. Idaho or russet potatoes
1 tsp. salt
4 softened butter
1/2 - 1 cup hot milk
3 large egg yolks
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
salt & pepper to taste
Planked Whitefish:
2 lbs. boned fresh whitefish fillets (about 5-7 oz. each)
olive oil
sea salt or kosher salt
white pepper
granulated garlic
paprika
fresh chopped chives or parsley
lemon wedges
- Soak planks in water for a few hours before using. Preheat grill to medium-high (about 359-degrees). Place planks on grill and heat for 15 minutes.
- Potatoes: Fill a large pot with cold water and 1 tsp. salt. Peel and cut potatoes into large chunks and add to pot. Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until very tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain very well and while still hot, mash or beat with the butter and 1/2 cup of hot milk. When smooth, add egg yolks and Parmesan cheese, salt pepper to taste, and beat again until very smooth. Add more milk if mixture is not very smooth, being careful not to make the potatoes too runny.
- Fish: Brush the planks with olive or vegetable oil. Place whitefish on planks. Brush fillets with olive oil and season fish light with salt, pepper, garlic and paprika. Spoon potatoes into pastry bag fitted with large star tip and pipe into small mounds around the edge of the plank. Grill fish and potatoes until cooked through 10-12 minutes, depending on thickness of the fish. (6 servings)
Comments
But wow, and thank you. I am obsessed by moss, and green lately. Love this collage.
Jen
Brenda
I agree, Marnie, and thank you. I'm all about green, especially in spring. This was taken at our off site Garden Club meeting. BTW, your post was stunning!
I hear you, Nancy. Baby tears are so precious ... 'Terrarium madness'!
Thank you, Desmone ... I prefer cooking on cedar planks (both inside and out). Many are available in alder, cherry, hickory, oak & maple ... it's all personal taste ... a fun way to cook!
You hold my heart, dear Brenda! I'm all about green :)
I've never "planked." Looks like I'm missing something!
What lovely photos! Are you a chef? You have such an amazing collection of really yummy sounding recipes on here.
I know we've just met, but I think you should change your profile description. I don't think you're ho-hum at all.
Thank you for stopping by my place and leaving such a lovely note on my doorstep.
Hugs!
Carolynn
That collage is so interesting. The bright greens are just the ticket for Spring. Your collage is prettier than the actual display.
I love moss and adore Baby tears!
It's good to be green..*rib-bit!I'm hanging out with little ones so *Kermit comes to mind when I see all this green!! :) NG
Fabulous images - so serene with the green and earth tones.
K
Anna, you have held my heart near all weekend. Your senses are so keen; I will never see another sunset and not think of you, dear friend.
Of course, dear Marmee ... green signifies growth and renewal. You live your life in harmony with this strong color :)
Yes Naturegirl ... green is the color of nature, freshness & fertility. I wish you a green spring!
How thoughtful, dear Karen. I too am drawn to the univeral symbol of spirals (the spiritual balance between inner and outer consciousness ... the sun, and the Cosmos). Must go back and check your awesome art.
Frances
Well then ... this might be a great trip for Thelma & Louise. I'd love it Rose! (I have lots of garden goodies to share ... was it my turtlehead you craved :)
Hi Desmone ~ life is a bit crazy here and I'm running behind catching up on blogs, BIG TIME, but I'll check out the widgets. Plank cooking is yummy ... always delightful to hear from you and thank you for checking in :)