CARAMELIZED ONION & GARLIC SMASHED POTATOES

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This potato recipe provides an interesting take on typical mashed potatoes. The easy-to-make side is rich with bold flavors from onion, garlic and bacon-perfect for Thanksgiving or any other important family meal.-Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large sweet onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds red potatoes, cubed (about 8 cups)
1 cup whole milk, warmed
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in garlic halves, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook 25-30 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, then shake potatoes over low heat 1 minute to dry., Mash potatoes slightly, gradually adding milk and remaining butter. Stir in onion mixture. Top with bacon and chives.

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Jay Navarro
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could use some more herbs or spices.


Respect Saeedi
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These potatoes were a bit too oily for my taste, but the flavor was good. I think I'll try them again with less oil next time.


onubu ifeanyi
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These potatoes are amazing! I love the caramelized onions and garlic flavor. They're also really easy to make. I will definitely be making these again!


Hayat Bilal
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I've made these potatoes several times now and they're always a hit! They're so easy to make and they're always delicious. The caramelized onions and garlic give them a wonderful flavor and the potatoes are always crispy on the outside and fluffy on


Talha Rashid
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These potatoes are my new favorite side dish! They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends. The caramelized onions and garlic give them a wonderful flavor and the potatoes are always crispy on the outside and fluffy on


Maksudur Rahman
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I love these potatoes! They're so easy to make and they always turn out delicious. The caramelized onions and garlic add a wonderful flavor and the potatoes are always crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I will definitely be making these


MD Mehedi Khan
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These potatoes were a huge hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them. The caramelized onions and garlic gave them a wonderful flavor and the potatoes were perfectly crispy. I will definitely be making these again!


Sagar Limbu
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I followed the recipe exactly and the potatoes turned out perfectly! The caramelized onions and garlic added a wonderful flavor and the potatoes were crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I will definitely be making these again!


Zakir Hussan
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These potatoes were amazing! The caramelized onions and garlic gave them a wonderful flavor and the potatoes were perfectly crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. I will definitely be making these again!


Pop pop
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I love how crispy and flavorful these potatoes are. The caramelized onions and garlic add a wonderful sweetness and depth of flavor. I also appreciate how easy they are to make. I will definitely be making these again!


Muharram Buledi Baloch
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These potatoes were a hit at my dinner party! Everyone loved the caramelized onions and garlic flavor. They were also really easy to make, which is always a bonus. I will definitely be making these again!


Sadia Mehmood
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These were so easy to make and turned out so delicious! I used Yukon Gold potatoes and they were perfectly fluffy and tender. The caramelized onions and garlic added a wonderful flavor and the herbs gave them a nice touch. I will definitely be making


JL Muller
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I'm not usually a fan of smashed potatoes, but these were amazing! The caramelized onions and garlic really took them to the next level. I loved the crispy texture of the potatoes and the gooey, flavorful filling. Will definitely make these again!


Sunnyiah Purce
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These caramelized onion garlic smashed potatoes were an absolute delight! The caramelized onions added a wonderful sweetness and depth of flavor, while the garlic and herbs gave them a savory kick. The potatoes were perfectly smashed and crispy on th