Buttermilk Chive Mashed Potatoes With Peas and Caramelized Onion |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 45 Minutes |
Ready In: 55 Minutes Servings: 5 |
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From the Cool Cafe. Ingredients:
2 tablespoons butter |
1 onion, sliced thin |
1 1/2 lbs potatoes |
1 cup low-fat buttermilk (or more) |
3/4 cup fresh english peas or 3/4 cup frozen peas |
1/4 cup chopped chives, divided |
salt and pepper, to taste |
Directions:
1. In a medium saute pan, over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
2. Add the onions and cook, stirring often, about 20 minutes or until golden
3. brown.
4. Set aside.
5. Peel the potatoes and cut into large, even pieces.
6. In a large pot, cover the potatoes with salted water and bring to a boil.
7. Cook the potatoes until soft when tested with a fork, 15 to 20 minutes.
8. Drain.
9. Force the potatoes through a ricer if you have one.
10. If not, use a mixer or hand masher to mash the potatoes.
11. Add the caramelized onions and buttermilk and beat until light and fluffy, (You can use a little more buttermilk if necessary to bring about the desired consistency.)
12. Stir in the peas and half the chives.
13. Season with salt and pepper.
14. Serve in a large bowl sprinkled with the remaining chives.
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