Description
Smooth Onion Mashed Potatoes are the kind of side dish that instantly makes dinner feel warmer, cozier, and more complete. This easy recipe turns simple pantry staples into creamy mashed potatoes with buttery onion flavor, making it perfect for a holiday side dish, easy dinner, comfort food craving, or family meal. If you’re looking for quick dinner sides, easy recipe ideas, potato side dishes, or comforting food ideas that always satisfy, this one deserves a spot on your table.
Ingredients
2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup whole milk, warmed
1/2 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
1. Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks.
2. Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold salted water.
3. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, or until fork-tender.
4. While the potatoes cook, melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Add the chopped onion and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring often, until soft and lightly golden.
6. Drain the potatoes well and return them to the warm pot for 1 to 2 minutes to let excess moisture evaporate.
7. Mash the potatoes until mostly smooth.
8. Add the cooked onions, warm milk, sour cream, salt, and black pepper.
9. Mash and stir until creamy and smooth.
10. Spoon into a serving bowl, top with parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Do not overmix the potatoes after adding the milk and sour cream, or they can turn gluey instead of smooth and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: smooth onion mashed potatoes, creamy mashed potatoes, easy potato side dish, holiday side dish, comfort food, easy dinner side, potato recipe, family dinner ideas