Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions
Description
These savory mashed potatoes with caramelized onions, sour cream, and cream cheese are incredibly hard to resist — the perfect side for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
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6 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
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4 tablespoons butter, sliced
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1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 large white onion, diced
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salt to taste
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1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
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3 tablespoons whipping cream
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1/2 cup cream cheese
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1/3 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tablespoon light soy sauce
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1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
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1 tablespoon dried parsley
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black pepper to taste
Directions
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Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with salted water; bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat; simmer potatoes until centers are tender when pricked with a fork, about 25 minutes. Drain; return potatoes to the pot.
2
Meanwhile, heat butter and oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; season with salt. Cook until onion softens, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until onion deep golden brown, about 20 minutes. Stir in brown sugar.
3
Pour cream over potatoes; mash with a large fork or potato masher. Stir in cream cheese, sour cream, Parmesan cheese, soy sauce, bouillon granules, and dried parsley. Stir in caramelized onions; season with black pepper. Mix with an electric mixer until smooth. Reheat briefly over low heat, then serve.