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Ingredients
- 3 pounds Idaho® Russet potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
- 1 cup half-and-half
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, plus more for serving
- 4 bunches fresh soft green herbs, e.g. parsley, basil, tarragon, chives, dill
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 381g | |
| Calories 1272 | |
| Calories from Fat 1196 | 94% |
| Total Fat 136.11g | 170% |
| Saturated Fat 85.91g | 344% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 377mg | 126% |
| Sodium 2552mg | 106% |
| Potassium 347mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs 10.49g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.0g | 0% |
| Sugars 0.47g | 0% |
| Protein 8.3g | 13% |
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