USING FONDANT RECIPES

Steps:

• Blend butter, syrup, vanilla, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
• Add confectioners sugar all at once.
• Mix together, first with a spoon, then with hands, kneading well.
• Turn out onto a board and continue kneading until mixture is well blended and smooth.
• Store wrapped in a tight container in a cool place.
• Makes about 25 centers.

Steps:

• 1. In order to achieve crispy crust on the outside of the potatoes, and a soft creamy consistency on the inside, place potatoes in a bowl of water for 10-15 minutes to remove excess starch. Pat dry.  2. Preheat oven to 425ºF. Heat a heavy bottom skillet (e.g., cast iron, which can be transferred into the oven) on medium heat on the stovetop. 3. Add the butter and oil (see recipe notes below). 4. Add potatoes, flat side down, and cook for about 5 minutes on the first side or until golden brown. Season with salt and pepper. Flip and season the other side. 5. Add garlic and fresh herbs. Cook for 4-5 minutes. 6. Pour in the stock and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for about 30-35 minutes – until most of the liquid has evaporated and the potatoes are tender inside. Be very careful when taking the skillet out of the oven, it will be super hot so don't accidentally grab the handle. You'll want to end up with about 2 tablespoons of sauce to spoon over the potatoes. See recipe notes below what to do if you have more liquid. 7. Garnish the potatoes with fresh herbs and serve.