Looking for a better way to serve potatoes? You need to make these Horseradish Smoked Potatoes, the smoke flavor is fantastic, and the horseradish adds a great kick! They are very simple to prepare and will have your guests, friends, and family asking for seconds.
You can prepare and serve them or make them in advance and simply reheat them when it’s time to serve. If you are looking for some other delicious side dish recipes, you need to check out this Grilled Sweet Potato recipe or this phenomenal Rosemary Smoked Mushroom Recipe.
Who doesn’t like potatoes? They pair perfectly with everything from roast beef on Sunday to grilled chicken! And when the potatoes are smoked and have this much flavor, they might be just as popular as the main course!
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WHAT DO YOU NEED TO MAKE Horseradish SMOKED Potatoes?
Pretty basic ingredients go into these super yummy potatoes. The trick is in the process. Smoking them, mashing them to create a smooth, creamy texture, then topped with even more yumminess!
I mean, really, I don’t think you could pack any more punch into this potato recipe!
INGREDIENTS
- Russet potatoes
- Whipping cream
- Butter
- Horseradish
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- Bacon
- Green onions
HOW TO MAKE horseradish SMOKED potatoes
Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees F. Gently wash the potatoes to remove any dirt; you can even brush them gently with a potato brush.
Using a fork, prick each of the potatoes 5-6 times, making sure of two things. First, you need to make sure that the fork goes into the potato about 1/2 an inch or so with each poke. Secondly, and perhaps most importantly, make sure you keep your fingers and thumb out of the way of the fork when making the holes.
Trust me, it hurts a lot if you happen to stab your finger instead of the potato. I am speaking from experience here!
Place the prepared potatoes in your preheated smoker. Allow them to smoke for 2 – 2 1/2 hours. I like to use either hickory or applewood for this potato recipe. Sometimes I will even combine the 2 different kinds of wood; I find it adds a little bit of a different taste. Although you can use whatever wood you prefer when smoking these potatoes.
While the potatoes are smoking, cook up the bacon so that it is nice and crispy and set them aside.
Once the potatoes are cooked through, remove them from the smoker and allow them to cool slightly. You can check they are done by inserting a fork into them.
Remove the skins from the cooked potatoes and place the meat of the potato in a large bowl. Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes together with the whipping cream, butter, and horseradish, then season with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper.
I like to use whipping cream instead of sour cream in this recipe. I find it gives the potatoes a smoother and richer taste.
Serving the horseradish SMOKED potatoes
Now to finish off this perfect side dish. Once you have the potatoes smooth and creamy, simply garnish with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
These great smoked horseradish potatoes will complement just about any meal! Whether you are serving smoked ribs or a simple pot roast, these wonderfully fluffy and flavor-filled smoked horseradish potatoes won’t last long!
I think you need to put these on your menu this week! With summer here, it’s the perfect time to cook outdoors. Time to fire up the smoker and get cooking!
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Horseradish Smoked Potatoes
Ingredients
- 6 large russet potatoes
- 3/4 cup whipping cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 1/2 Tbsp prepared horseradish
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- 4 strips of bacon cooked and crumbled
- 2 green onion chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your smoker to 225 degrees F.
- Gentle wash the potatoes.
- Using a fork, prick each of the potatoes 5-6 times. (be careful not to stab your finger, I can tell you from experience that it hurts!)
- Smoke potatoes for about 2 1/2 hours using hickory or applewood, or a combination of the two.
- While the potatoes are smoking, cook 4 strips of bacon so they are crispy. Set aside.
- Once the potatoes are cooked through, take them out of the smoker. Allow them to cool slightly so you can handle them and remove the skin.
- Place the meat of the potatoes into a large bowl, and mash together with the whipping cream, butter, and horseradish. Season with Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste.
- Garnish with crumbled bacon and chopped green onion.
- Serve immediately or allow to cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the microwave before serving.
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