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Where did Ralph get the inspiration for this daring side dish? Ralph and Ella first enjoyed it in a restaurant on one of their travels in the United States, then they started experimenting with it at home.
Quite simply, Ralph makes classic mashed potatoes, then dips a spoon into the horseradish, taps it on the rim of the mixing bowl, and blends it all together.
But here are a couple pro tips, based on our experiences:
Start small, sample, then add more horseradish if desired. And make sure it's all blended in.
Ralph doesn't use a recipe when he prepares his potatoes - he just relies on his cooking experience and intuition. But that makes things exciting sometimes too, such as when too much horseradish is added or it's not fully mixed in. Whooo-weeee! The flavor might be a little overwhelming, but it will certainly clear up your sinuses! (Speaking from experience.)
Warn your guests before they dig in.
Cousin RM shares a hilarious story of the first time his wife joined the family for Thanksgiving. No one thought to prep her about the potatoes ahead of time. She ate a bite, thought for sure they were spoiled, but was so confused as she looked around at the other guests eating them and not seeming to think twice about them. She didn't learn until after the meal that the flavor was by design.
For those of us who rely on recipes rather than intuition, here are a couple to try:
Combine this with blonde brownies, and you'll be on your way for a classic Mitchell holiday!
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- Stories shared by Ralph and Cousin RM on 27 November 2020
