Description
This Creamed Potatoes recipe features tender potato cubes coated in a rich, velvety butter and milk sauce, flavored with garlic and seasoning, perfect as a comforting side dish that holds its shape better than traditional mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 3 large baking potatoes, peeled and cubed into 1 inch pieces
Sauce
- 5 tablespoons butter, divided
- 1 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Boil Potatoes: In a large pot filled with salted water, boil the peeled and cubed potatoes for 8-10 minutes, until they are fork tender but still retain their shape, similar to potato salad consistency.
- Drain Potatoes: Drain the cooked potatoes thoroughly and set them aside temporarily.
- Melt Butter: Return the empty pot to the stovetop and melt 3 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
- Create Roux: Stir in the flour and whisk continuously while cooking for 2-3 minutes to remove the raw flour taste and begin forming a roux.
- Add Milk and Thicken: Slowly whisk in the milk and cook the mixture for 5-6 minutes until it thickens to a creamy sauce.
- Season the Sauce: Stir in the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to flavor the sauce evenly.
- Combine Potatoes and Sauce: Gently fold the cooked potatoes into the creamy sauce, tossing carefully to coat the potatoes without breaking them apart.
- Add Remaining Butter: Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter until melted, enhancing the richness of the dish.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the creamed potatoes warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Do not overcook the potatoes to avoid them turning mushy; they should hold their shape for a better texture.
- You can adjust the consistency of the cream sauce by varying the amount of milk used slightly.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and use a suitable non-dairy milk.
- Fresh garlic can be used instead of garlic powder for a more robust flavor.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats and steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: creamed potatoes,comfort food,side dish,buttery potatoes,creamy potatoes,garlic potatoes
