Stamppot

Stamppot, which translates to "mashed pot," is a traditional Dutch dish made with mashed potatoes and one or more vegetables such as kale, spinach, endive, turnip, or sauerkraut. When potatoes are mashed with onions and carrots, the dish is known as hutspot.

In addition to stamppot, bacon can be used as an accompaniment, but it is usually served on the side with smoked sausage or cooked meat. Stamppot boerenkool, which consists of potatoes mashed with kale, is the most popular type of stamppot. It is a dish that is commonly served in restaurants and at street fairs, providing some warmth on cold, foggy, and grey winter days. The kale variety is ideal for the winter season because the kale leaves are best when frosted, and the cold tenderizes and improves the flavor.

The dish, however, can also be made at home. To enhance the flavors, the vegetables are cut and boiled in a pot. Once cooked, the water is drained and the vegetables are mashed together with butter, salt, pepper, and parsley.