Best 3 Basic Boiled Potatoes Recipes

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**Boiled Potatoes: A Versatile and Delicious Side Dish**

Boiled potatoes are a classic side dish that can be enjoyed in countless ways. Whether you prefer them mashed, roasted, or fried, boiled potatoes are a great way to add flavor and texture to your meals. This article provides three simple recipes for boiled potatoes: classic boiled potatoes, garlic herb boiled potatoes, and cheesy ranch boiled potatoes. With just a few ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying dish that will pair perfectly with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or your favorite comfort food. So grab your potatoes and let's get cooking!

Let's cook with our recipes!

BOILED POTATOES WITH BUTTER



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 19m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound small new potatoes
1 head garlic, halved crosswise
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
Kosher salt
2 to 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Put the potatoes, garlic, bay leaf, and peppercorns in a large saucepan, add cold water to cover by about an inch and season generously with salt,. Bring to a boil, lower the heat, and simmer until potatoes are fork tender, about 5 to 8 minutes depending on their size.
  • Drain and discard the garlic, bay leaves, and peppercorns. Halve the potatoes, if large, toss with the butter and season with salt, and pepper, to taste. Keep warm.
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BOILED POTATOES WITH CHIVES



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Simple but very good. Substitute new potatoes for the red if you prefer.

Provided by TerryWilson

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
2 pounds very small red potatoes, scrubbed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh chives

Steps:

  • Place butter in a serving bowl.
  • Place potatoes into a large pot and cover with salted water by 1 inch; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until tender, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and cool until potatoes can be handled; cut potatoes in half.
  • Place potatoes into serving bowl with butter, season with salt and black pepper, and toss with chives until potatoes are coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.2 g, Cholesterol 22.9 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 14.9 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

EASY AND SAVORY BOILED POTATOES



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This can't get any easier, and is a nice side dish, but be forewarned that the potatoes will be tender but a little dry. I like as is, but some do pour olive oil over the potatoes.

Provided by CiaoBella

Categories     Potato

Time 40m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 medium sized potatoes
1 1/4 cups chicken broth
olive oil (optional)

Steps:

  • Peel potatoes and cube into large chunks.
  • Pour chicken broth over potatoes. If not completely covered, then add water until all potatoes are submerged.
  • Boil on medium heat until tender, about 30-40 minutes.
  • If you need to speed up the process, can boil covered for the last 10 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Return potatoes to pot with flame off and let sit for a minute or two so any remaining water on potatoes can evaporate.
  • Can enjoy as is, or pour olive oil over potatoes to make more moist.
  • Enjoy!

Tips:

- For the best results, choose potatoes that are similar in size so that they cook evenly. - To prevent the potatoes from sticking to the pot, add a little bit of salt to the water before boiling. - If you want to add flavor to the potatoes, you can add herbs, spices, or vegetables to the water while they are boiling. - To check if the potatoes are done, insert a fork into the center of one of the potatoes. If the fork goes in easily, the potatoes are done. - If you are boiling potatoes for a salad, it is important to let them cool completely before adding them to the salad. - If you are boiling potatoes for mashed potatoes, it is important to drain them well before mashing them. - If you are boiling potatoes for roasted potatoes, it is important to let them dry completely before roasting them.

Conclusion:

Boiling potatoes is a simple and easy way to cook potatoes. By following the tips above, you can ensure that your boiled potatoes are cooked perfectly every time. Boiled potatoes can be used in a variety of dishes, including salads, soups, stews, and roasted potatoes. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals, including potassium, vitamin C, and fiber.

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