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Brown Butter Hasselback Potatoes with Caramelized Onions Recipe

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  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 45 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Brown Butter Hasselback Potatoes with Caramelized Onions recipe is a sophisticated twist on a classic favorite. Yukon gold potatoes are thinly sliced, roasted until crispy and golden, then brushed with nutty, aromatic brown garlic butter. Topped with sweet, slowly caramelized onions and fresh herbs, these potatoes offer a perfect blend of textures and flavors, making them an elegant side dish for any meal.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

  • 8 to 10 Yukon gold potatoes
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt and pepper, to taste

Brown Butter Garlic

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley and chives)

Caramelized Onions

  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 sweet onions, thinly sliced
  • Kosher salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the potatoes.
  2. Slice Potatoes: Place each potato on a cutting board and lay a butter knife on each side to guide your cuts without slicing through completely. Make thin, even slices to create the classic hasselback effect.
  3. Prepare Potatoes for Roasting: Position the sliced potatoes on a baking sheet. Brush them thoroughly with olive oil, making sure to coat the slices and crevices. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, ensuring the seasoning reaches inside the cuts.
  4. Roast Potatoes: Roast in the preheated oven for 45 to 50 minutes, until the potatoes are deeply golden brown and crisp on the edges. Adjust time accordingly for smaller potatoes.
  5. Caramelize Onions: While potatoes roast, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced sweet onions with a pinch of kosher salt and cook stirring frequently for 10 minutes until translucent. Lower the heat to medium-low and continue cooking, stirring often, until onions are golden and caramelized, about one hour. Add a splash of water if onions dry out during cooking.
  6. Make Brown Butter Garlic Sauce: In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Allow it to bubble and cook until brown bits form at the bottom, signifying browned butter. Turn off heat and stir for 30 seconds. Mix in the minced garlic to infuse flavor without burning.
  7. Finish Potatoes: Brush the brown garlic butter generously all over the roasted potatoes, getting it down into the crevices. Sprinkle the fresh chopped herbs evenly on top.
  8. Serve: Top the hasselback potatoes with the warm caramelized onions and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use a butter knife or chopsticks on each side of the potato when slicing to avoid cutting all the way through.
  • If caramelized onions get too dry, adding a splash of water helps prevent burning.
  • You can prepare caramelized onions in advance and reheat before serving.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley and chives add brightness, so use freshly chopped herbs for best results.
  • Yukon gold potatoes are ideal for roasting due to their creamy texture and ability to hold shape.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 medium potato with toppings
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 210 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 31 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

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