Creamy Potatoes and Onions

⏱ 45 mins 🍽 4 serving(s) 🏷 Potato

This comforting side dish features Yukon Gold potatoes and sliced onions cooked until tender. They are simmered together before being finished with a rich, creamy element and a final touch of fresh parsley. The result is a simple, flavourful accompaniment that can be prepared ahead of time, making it a practical choice for any meal. It takes about 45 minutes to prepare and yields four generous servings.

Creamy Potatoes and Onions

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 6 white boiling onions, thinly sliced
  • 2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled,cut into 1/2 to 3/4 inch cubes
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup creme fraiche or 1/4 cup whipping cream
  • chopped fresh parsley

Method

  1. In a large, heavy pot, combine one tablespoon of butter with the olive oil and melt them together.
  2. Cook the thinly sliced onions until they become soft, which should take around 5 minutes.
  3. Introduce the cubed potatoes along with 2 cups of water to the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
  4. Place a lid on the pot, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for about 25 minutes, stirring now and then, until the potatoes are tender.
  5. Take off the lid and continue simmering for approximately 5 minutes, allowing most of the water to cook away.
  6. Turn off the heat and move the pot away from the burner.
  7. Mix in the crème fraîche and the remaining one tablespoon of butter.
  8. Stir everything together carefully to combine the ingredients without mashing the potato cubes.
  9. Add salt and pepper to your taste.
  10. This dish can be prepared up to 2 hours in advance. Leave it at room temperature and gently reheat it before you plan to serve.
  11. Finish by scattering the chopped fresh parsley over the top.

Nutrition (per serving)

Sodium63000 mg

Recipe details

CategoryPotato
AuthorMsKittyKat