Crushed Heirloom Potatoes

A rustic dish of crushed heirloom potatoes tossed with creamy Gorgonzola cheese, toasted pecans, and peppery baby arugula, all brought together with extra virgin olive oil. Perfect as a sophisticated side dish.

6 servings
40 min

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds unpeeled whole heirloom potatoes
  • 3 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 cups baby arugula

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Place potatoes in large pot. Pour enough cold water over to cover; salt generously. Bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are just tender, 20 to 40 minutes (depending on variety). Drain. Return potatoes to pot. Using large wooden spoon, coarsely crush potatoes in pot. Add cheese, nuts, and oil. Stir in arugula and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl and serve.

    40 min

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