Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes. This recipe elevates classic mashed potatoes to extraordinary heights, featuring creamy Yukon Gold potatoes blended with sweet, buttery caramelized onions. Perfect for any occasion, from busy weeknights to festive gatherings, these mashed potatoes promise to be a showstopper on your table. The harmonious blend of flavors from the caramelized onions and fresh herbs creates a dish that not only satisfies cravings but also warms the heart. Once you try these luscious potatoes, you’ll want to serve them at every meal!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 yellow onions (thinly sliced)
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes (washed and chopped)
- 4 tablespoons salted butter (or non-dairy butter)
- 3/4 cup half & half or full-fat coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- Fresh chives for garnish
- Fresh thyme for garnish
- Fresh sage for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and cook slowly for 40-50 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
- In a large pot, boil water and cook chopped Yukon Gold potatoes for about 20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain excess water from the potatoes and mash with butter, kosher salt, and half & half (or coconut milk) until smooth.
- Stir half of the caramelized onions into the mashed potatoes along with Parmesan cheese.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, top with remaining caramelized onions, and garnish with fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg