When it comes to classic comfort food, it doesn't get much better than mashed potatoes. But if you are looking for a side dish that is anything but ordinary, caramelized shallot mashed potatoes are the perfect solution. This recipe combines sweet, savory, and creamy flavors to create a dish that is both elegant and approachable. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that will be the star of your next meal.
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CARAMELIZED-SHALLOT MASHED POTATOES
Provided by Jeanne Thiel Kelley
Categories Milk/Cream Potato Side Sauté Vegetarian Quick & Easy High Fiber Shallot Simmer Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Melt 2 tablespoons butter in heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add sliced shallots and cook until tender and brown, stirring often, about 20 minutes. Transfer shallots to small bowl. Add milk to skillet. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, place quartered potatoes in large saucepan. Add enough cold water to pan to cover potatoes by 1 1/2 inches. Bring to boil, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Drain. Return potatoes to pan and stir over medium heat until dry, about 1 minute. Add remaining 4 tablespoons butter. Bring milk in skillet to simmer, scraping up any browned bits. Add hot milk to potatoes. Mash potatoes. Stir in caramelized shallots and season to taste with salt and pepper.
CARAMELIZED-SHALLOT AND SAGE MASHED POTATOES
Categories Potato Side Sauté Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Vinegar Fall Sage Shallot Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Prepare perfect mashed potatoes . Meanwhile, heat oil in heavy medium skillet over high heat. Add shallots; sauté until tender, about 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir until shallots are golden, about 5 minutes longer. Add fresh sage, white balsamic vinegar, and sugar; stir until caramelized, about 2 minutes. Stir shallot-sage mixture into potatoes. Season with salt.
Tips:
- Choose the right potatoes:
- Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes are the best choices as provide smooth and creamy texture.
- Avoid waxy potatoes, like red potatoes, as they don't mash well.
- Cook the potatoes properly:
- Boil potatoes in salted water until tender but still firm.
- Drain potatoes thoroughly to prevent the mashed potatoes from becoming watery.
- Use real butter and cream:
- These ingredients will give the mashed potatoes a rich, flavorful taste.
- Don't skimp on the butter or cream, or the mashed potatoes will be dry and bland.
- Add aromatics:
- Shallots, garlic, and herbs, like rosemary or thyme, will add a lot of flavor to the mashed potatoes.
- Sauté the aromatics in butter before adding them to the potatoes.
- Mash the potatoes until smooth:
- Use a potato ricer or a food mill to get the smoothest results.
- If you don't have a potato ricer or a food mill, you can use a hand mixer or an immersion blender, but be careful not to overmix the potatoes, or they will become gluey.
- Season the mashed potatoes to taste:
- Start with salt and pepper, and then add other seasonings, like garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika, to taste.
- Be careful not to overseason the mashed potatoes, or they will be too salty or spicy.
Conclusion:
Caramelized shallot mashed potatoes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that can be served with a variety of main courses. The caramelized shallots add a sweet and savory flavor to the potatoes that makes them irresistible. Whether you're serving them for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit.
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