New Potatoes with Basil Cream Sauce
Transform your side dish game with these irresistible New Potatoes with Basil Cream Sauce, a comforting yet elegant recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. This dish features tender, golden-boiled new potatoes lovingly coated in a velvety, Parmesan-infused basil cream sauce. Fresh basil and garlic add vibrant, herbaceous notes, while the luxurious heavy cream brings a rich, silky texture. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is ideal for family dinners or special gatherings. Serve it as a side with grilled meats, or let it shine as a standalone star of your vegetarian menu. Packed with flavor and easy to make, this potato dish will become your new go-to comfort food!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams new potatoes
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 200 milliliters heavy cream
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 20 grams fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- 50 grams grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)
- 2000 milliliters water (for boiling)
Instructions
Wash the new potatoes thoroughly and cut any larger ones in half to ensure even cooking.
Place the potatoes in a large pot with 2000 milliliters of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook for 15-20 minutes or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside.
While the potatoes are cooking, prepare the basil cream sauce. Heat the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat until melted.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
Gradually whisk in the heavy cream, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Stir in the chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked potatoes to the basil cream sauce, folding gently to coat them evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped basil if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.0 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.0 g | 320% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 312 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 3310 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.8 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 32.2 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 672 mg | 52% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 2196 mg | 47% | |
*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.
