Mashed Potatoes Recipe With Bacon & Caramelized Onions (Low-Fat)
In this comforting recipe, creamy mashed potatoes are elevated with the addition of caramelized onions and crispy bacon, creating a delicious side dish that is hearty and flavorful. The richness of the bacon and the sweetness of the onions blend together perfectly, making each bite a delightful experience. Perfect for a cozy family meal or a festive gathering, these mashed potatoes are sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 3 strips bacon
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 2 medium yellow onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp minced fresh sage
- 2 lb. Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt, divided
- 2/3 cup non-fat or low-fat (1%) milk
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- The Bacon & Onions:
- Place the bacon in a large skillet set over medium heat. Cook the bacon until it is golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel to drain. Crumble and set aside.
- Discard all but 1 teaspoon of the bacon fat. Add the olive to the bacon fat and set the skillet over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are golden brown. Add the fresh sage and cook for 1 more minute.
- The Potatoes:
- Place cubed potatoes in a large saucepan and cover potatoes with cold water. Add 1 teaspoon kosher salt and set saucepan over high heat.
- Bring to a boil and cook until potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork, about 15 minutes.
- Drain potatoes, return to saucepan and set over medium heat, stirring the potatoes until dry, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and cover to keep potatoes warm.
- In a medium saucepan set over medium heat, combine milk, butter, remaining salt and freshly ground black pepper. Stir occasionally until butter is melted.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Rest a food mill, fitted with the medium disc, on top of the saucepan with the milk mixture.
- Working with about one-third of the potatoes at a time, run the potatoes through the food mill, directly into the saucepan. Alternatively, use a potato ricer.
- Using a rubber spatula (a heatproof one, please) stir the potatoes into the milk mixture until completely combined.
- Stir the caramelized onions and bacon into the mashed potatoes. Taste and add additional salt and pepper, if necessary. Serve.
Yield
Serves 4 to 6
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving (1/6 of Recipe)
- Calories: 184 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 24 g
- Protein Content: 7 g
- Fat Content: 7 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
- Cholesterol Content: 14 mg
- Sodium Content: 683 mg
- Fiber Content: 5 g
- Sugar Content: 3 g
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