Velvety Garlic Potatoes (Printable Version)
Baby potatoes, cooked until soft, folded into a rich cream sauce infused with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan. Comfort, ready in 30 minutes.
# Ingredients:
→ Potatoes Section
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Halve 2 pounds of baby potatoes
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A pinch of salt for the boiling water (1/2 teaspoon)
→ Creamy Garlic Sauce Part
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3 tablespoons of butter
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Four cloves of garlic, finely chopped
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1 cup of rich heavy cream
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Half a cup of chicken stock
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1 teaspoon of dried thyme leaves
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1/2 teaspoon of salt
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A dash of black pepper (1/4 teaspoon)
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1/4 cup of freshly shredded Parmesan
→ Topping Ingredients
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2 tablespoons of parsley, freshly chopped
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Extra ground black pepper as desired
# Steps:
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Throw the potato halves into a big pot. Pour in cold water to cover them and add a bit of salt (1/2 teaspoon). Turn the stove to high to get it boiling.
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When the water starts bubbling, drop the heat to medium. Let them cook for 12-15 minutes or until a fork slides in easily. They should still stay firm, so don't cook them till they fall apart. Drain in a colander and leave them for now.
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Pop some butter into a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the minced garlic and let it sizzle for just a minute. Don't let it burn—just fragrant is enough.
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Mix in the cream and chicken stock. Sprinkle in thyme, salt, and black pepper. Stir it gently and let it bubble softly.
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Turn the heat a bit lower to medium-low. Stir it now and then for about 5 minutes, and you'll see it getting slightly thicker. A spoon should come out with a light sauce coating.
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Take the drained potatoes and throw them into the pan with the sauce. Mix them gently so every piece gets covered well.
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Scatter the Parmesan over the saucy potatoes. Keep mixing until the cheese blends into it all and adds an extra creamy touch.
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Scoop the potatoes into a nice serving bowl. Add a sprinkle of parsley on top along with some more black pepper if you'd like, and serve it hot.
# Notes:
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These potatoes with their creamy garlic sauce go so well with things like roasted chicken or grilled meat.
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For a boost of taste, throw in a splash of white wine before adding the cream.
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The sauce will keep thickening once it starts cooling. For the best texture, enjoy it warm.