CARAMELIZED ONION & GARLIC SMASHED POTATOES

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This potato recipe provides an interesting take on typical mashed potatoes. The easy-to-make side is rich with bold flavors from onion, garlic and bacon-perfect for Thanksgiving or any other important family meal.-Crystal Holsinger, Surprise, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 tablespoons butter, divided
1 large sweet onion, chopped
8 garlic cloves, peeled and halved
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1-1/4 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3 pounds red potatoes, cubed (about 8 cups)
1 cup whole milk, warmed
2 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 tablespoon minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 8-10 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; stir in garlic halves, thyme, salt and pepper. Cook 25-30 minutes or until golden brown, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, place potatoes in a Dutch oven; add water to cover. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender. Drain, then shake potatoes over low heat 1 minute to dry., Mash potatoes slightly, gradually adding milk and remaining butter. Stir in onion mixture. Top with bacon and chives.

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Ruby Gill
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the potatoes always turn out perfect. I've made them several times now, and I've never been disappointed.


Nina Wafa
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These potatoes are amazing! I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions and garlic add a delicious depth of flavor.


Sona Shah
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I made these potatoes for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're so delicious.


Andrew Joseph
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These potatoes are so good! They're creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions and garlic add a delicious touch. I will definitely be making these again.


Goapele Mathabathe
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the potatoes always turn out perfect. I've made them several times now, and I've never been disappointed.


Benita Ezeoke
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These potatoes are amazing! I've made them several times now, and they're always a hit. They're so creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions and garlic add a delicious depth of flavor.


Swabi
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I made these potatoes for a potluck and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they're so delicious.


Samara Katwaroo
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These potatoes are so good! They're creamy and flavorful, and the caramelized onions and garlic add a delicious touch. I will definitely be making these again.


Md Sahin
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the potatoes always turn out perfect. I've made them several times now, and I've never been disappointed.


GaNa Mohamed
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These potatoes were amazing! I made them for a dinner party and everyone raved about them. They were so flavorful and creamy, and the caramelized onions and garlic added a delicious depth of flavor. I will definitely be making these again!