Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Elevate your meal with the Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes! This creamy, dreamy dish combines the savory sweetness of caramelized onions with fluffy Yukon Gold potatoes. Each bite is a comforting hug for your taste buds, making it the perfect side for any occasion—from busy weeknights to festive gatherings. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these mashed potatoes are sure to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 4 Yellow Onions (sliced thin and evenly)
- 2 Pounds Yukon Gold Potatoes (washed)
- 4 Tablespoons Salted Butter or Non-Dairy Butter
- 3/4 Cup Full-Fat Coconut Milk or Dairy-Free Milk
- 1 Teaspoon Kosher Salt
- 1 Cup Parmesan Cheese or Vegan Cheese (freshly grated)
- 1 Bunch Chives (thinly chopped)
- 2 Sprigs Fresh Thyme (stems removed)
- 3 Leaves Fresh Sage (chopped)
Instructions
- Slice the yellow onions thinly and caramelize them in olive oil over medium heat for 40-50 minutes until browned and sweet.
- Wash and chop the Yukon Gold potatoes; boil in salted water for about 20 minutes until fork-tender.
- Drain the potatoes, then mash with butter and coconut milk until smooth.
- Stir in half of the caramelized onions and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve topped with remaining onions, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of melted butter if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg