Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes! This delightful twist on a classic side dish features creamy Yukon Gold potatoes blended with rich, buttery caramelized onions and fresh herbs. Perfectly seasoned and irresistibly smooth, these mashed potatoes are ideal for any occasion, from casual weeknight dinners to festive holiday gatherings. Elevate your meal with this flavor-packed recipe that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
- 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 and Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes
- 4 tablespoons salted butter (or non-dairy alternative)
- 3/4 cup half & half (or full-fat coconut milk)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs: chives, thyme, and sage
Instructions
- Prepare the onions by peeling and slicing them thinly.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and caramelize onions for about 40-50 minutes until deeply browned.
- While the onions cook, wash and chop the Yukon Gold potatoes into small pieces.
- Boil the chopped potatoes in a large pot of water for about 20 minutes or until fork-tender.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and mash them until smooth using a potato masher.
- Incorporate salted butter, kosher salt, and half & half (or coconut milk) into the mashed potatoes until creamy.
- Mix in half of the caramelized onions along with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Serve warm, topped with remaining caramelized onions and fresh herbs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg