Mashed Potatoes with Golden Brown Onions
Elevate your classic comfort food game with these Mashed Potatoes with Golden Brown Onions—a creamy and savory dish that’s perfect for weeknight meals or holiday celebrations. Fluffy russet potatoes are mashed with rich unsalted butter and heavy cream, then topped with deeply caramelized yellow onions for a sweet and savory punch. The onions are slowly cooked in olive oil to achieve a golden, melt-in-your-mouth texture, with an optional touch of garlic for added complexity. This recipe is easy to follow, with just 20 minutes of prep and 35 minutes of cooking, and serves four generously. Whether paired with roasted meats or served as a standalone side dish, these mashed potatoes are guaranteed to steal the spotlight with their luxurious texture and bold flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 large Yellow onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (optional)
Instructions
Peel and cube the potatoes into 1-inch pieces for even cooking.
Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a pinch of salt to the water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are fork-tender.
While the potatoes are cooking, peel and thinly slice the onions into rings.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt.
Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for 20-25 minutes until they are golden brown and caramelized. If desired, mince and add garlic during the last 5 minutes for extra flavor.
Once the potatoes are tender, drain them and return them to the pot.
Add the unsalted butter, heavy cream, salt, and ground black pepper to the potatoes. Mash with a potato masher or use a hand mixer for a smoother texture.
Taste the mashed potatoes and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Transfer the mashed potatoes to a serving dish and top with the golden brown onions.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1947 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 102.3 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 54.3 g | 272% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 244 mg | 81% | |
| Sodium | 2547 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.4 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.3 g | ||
| Protein | 30.4 g | 61% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 226 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 5571 mg | 119% | |
*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.
