A classic Pennsylvania Dutch comfort food featuring creamy mashed potatoes enriched with sautéed vegetables, eggs, and bread. Perfect as a holiday side dish or stuffing alternative.
Step 1: Peel potatoes and cut into chunks. Boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
Step 2: While potatoes are cooking, melt 1 stick of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and celery and sauté until soft and translucent.
Step 3: Add the sautéed vegetables (with butter) to the mashed potatoes.
Step 4: Add the second stick of butter, heavy cream, eggs, torn bread pieces, salt, and pepper to the potato mixture. Mix well until everything is thoroughly combined.
Step 5: Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a baking dish with butter.
Step 6: Transfer the potato mixture to the prepared baking dish. Dot the top with additional pads of butter.
Step 7: Bake at 350°F for 60-90 minutes until the top is golden brown and the filling is heated through.