Mashed Potatoes with Caramelized Onions and Goat Cheese |
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Prep Time: 6 Minutes Cook Time: 23 Minutes |
Ready In: 29 Minutes Servings: 10 |
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The additions of sweet, rich caramelized onion and sharp goat cheese take these mashed potatoes from satisfactory to spectacular. We loved them with a grilled beef tenderloin steak. Ingredients:
1 teaspoon olive oil |
1 cup chopped onion (about 1 large) |
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided |
2 tablespoons water |
2 1/2 pounds yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 5 medium) |
1/3 cup fat-free milk |
1 (4-ounce) package goat cheese, cut into cubes |
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper |
Directions:
1. Heat oil in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and 1/4 teaspoon salt, and cook 22 minutes or until golden brown, stirring frequently. Add 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon at a time, as liquid evaporates, scraping pan to loosen browned bits after each addition. Remove from heat, and set aside.
2. While onion cooks, place potato in a Dutch oven, and add water to cover. Bring to a boil; reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 15 minutes or until tender. Drain and return to pan.
3. Place milk in a 1-cup glass measure. Microwave at MEDIUM (50% power) 30 seconds or until warm.
4. Add cheese to potato in pan. Mash potato mixture with a potato masher 3 or 4 times or until cheese melts. Add milk, remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper; mash to desired consistency. Stir in reserved onion, and serve immediately.
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