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Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes

Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes: Your New Favorite Side Dish

Discover the irresistible Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes, a comforting side dish that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes no need to peel
  • 1 teaspoon salt for boiling
For the Cream Sauce
  • 3-4 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option
  • 3 tablespoons butter unsalted preferred
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese optional, can use vegan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or substitute with fresh dill
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
For Variations
  • 0.5 cup olive oil for a dairy-free alternative
  • 1 cup plant-based cream for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes for spiciness

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet
  • Colander

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Clean 1½ pounds of baby potatoes under cold running water, then halve each potato.
  2. Boil the halved baby potatoes in a large pot of salted water for 12-15 minutes until tender.
  3. Melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat and sauté 3-4 cloves of minced garlic for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Pour 1 cup of heavy cream and ½ cup of vegetable broth into the skillet, add salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of fresh thyme, and simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Add the drained potatoes to the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce, then stir in ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Transfer the Creamy Garlic Sauce Baby Potatoes to a serving dish and garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prevent browning of garlic during sautéing and consider pre-boiling potatoes for ease. Adjust sauce thickness appropriately when reheating.

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