Olive Oil and Herb Mashed Potatoes

4.75 from 24 votes

Olive Oil and Herb Mashed Potatoes

These really are the best mashed potatoes, with jammy balsamic caramelized shallors, fresh herbs and olive oil. They’re creamy, rich and surprisingly good for you! Gluten free and vegan adaptable.

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: caramelized shallot mashed potatoes, healthy mashed potatoes, herb mashed potatoes, Olive oil mashed potatoes

Servings: -6 servings

Calories: 393kcal

Author: Elaine S.

Ingredients

For the caramelized shallots

2 tbsp olive oil
4-5 large shallots thinly sliced
6 garlic cloves minced
1/4 cup fresh herbs thyme, rosemary, oregano and/or sage, chopped
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

For the mashed potatoes

3 lbs Yukon gold potatoes peeled and cut into 1 inch pieces
5 tbsp olive oil + more for serving
1/2 cup milk of choice
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

For the caramelized shallots:

Heat 2 tbsp olive in a large skillet over medium heat. When shimmering, add the shallots and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring every few minutes until caramelized—about 20-25 minutes.
Stir in the herbs and garlic. Cook for another 2-3 minutes or until fragrant. Add the balsamic vinegar to deglaze the pan and remove from the heat. If the shallots seem dry, add a splash of water until they have a jammy consistency.

For the mashed potatoes:

Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and boil for 15-20 minutes or until fork tender. Drain and pat dry.
Pass the potatoes through a ricer or food mill then use a spatula to fold in the olive oil and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
To serve, either top the mashed potatoes with the caramelized shallots or stir them in. Drizzle with olive oil and enjoy warm.

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