Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes
If you’re searching for a side dish that will truly elevate your meal, these Best Ever Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes are the answer! Creamy Yukon Gold potatoes combined with sweet, caramelized onions and a hint of fresh herbs create a comforting, indulgent experience that everyone will love. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this recipe is simple yet sophisticated. The rich flavors meld beautifully, transforming humble ingredients into something extraordinary. Once you serve these mashed potatoes, they’ll quickly become a family favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves about 6
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling/Stir-frying
- 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 (or dairy-free milk)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Optional garnishes: 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, chopped chives, fresh thyme, and sage
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. Add the sliced onions and cook for 40–50 minutes until caramelized.
- Boil chopped Yukon Gold potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 20 minutes). Drain.
- Mash the potatoes in the pot and mix in butter, kosher salt, and half & half or coconut milk until smooth.
- Stir in half of the caramelized onions and grated Parmesan cheese until well combined.
- Transfer to a serving bowl, top with remaining caramelized onions, chives, thyme, and sage. Serve hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg