Potatoes Mashed with Caramelized Onions

Elevate your comfort food game with these irresistibly creamy Potatoes Mashed with Caramelized Onions! This recipe combines fluffy Russet potatoes with rich, buttery caramelized onions for a deeply flavorful twist on classic mashed potatoes. The slow-cooked onions bring a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with the velvety texture of heavy cream and butter, while black pepper adds a hint of warmth. Ready in under an hour, this side dish is ideal for special occasions or weeknight dinners. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve alongside your favorite mains for a truly satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Russet potatoes
• 2 medium Yellow onion
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 2 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and chop the potatoes into evenly sized chunks, roughly 2 inches wide. Place them in a large pot and cover with cold water.

Step 2

Add 1 teaspoon of salt to the pot and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.

Step 3

While the potatoes are cooking, peel and thinly slice the onions into half-moons.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the onions and a pinch of salt.

Step 5

Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and caramelized. If the onions start to stick, reduce the heat slightly and add a teaspoon of water to deglaze the pan.

Step 6

Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter and the heavy cream.

Step 7

Mash the potatoes using a potato masher or electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add 1 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper to taste.

Step 8

Fold the caramelized onions into the mashed potatoes, reserving a small portion for garnish if desired.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper as needed.

Step 10

Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and top with the reserved caramelized onions and fresh parsley, if using. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1373.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2236.1

Total Fat 140.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 306mg	0%
Sodium 4907.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 220.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.8g	0%
Total Sugars 19.9g
Protein 29.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 208.0mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 5441.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.8%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 39.0%