Sweet caramelized onions and crispy bacon add a wonderful depth of flavor to this classic side dish.
Caramelized Onion-and-Bacon Mashed Potatoes
Serves: 6 to 8
Ingredients
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1⁄4-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons firmly packed light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
- 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, diced (peeled if desired)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1⁄4 cup unsalted butter, cubed
- 1⁄4 cup sour cream
- 1⁄4 cup mayonnaise
- Garnish: sliced fresh chives
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp, 10 to 15 minutes. Add red onion, yellow onion, and shallot; cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are softened and lightly caramelized. Stir in brown sugar, 1⁄2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper; cook, stirring frequently, until onions are caramelized, 25 to 30 minutes. Stir in vinegar; cook, stirring frequently, until liquid is evaporated, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a medium stockpot, combine potatoes and cold water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil over medium- high heat; cook until potatoes are tender, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain well, and transfer to a large bowl. Using a fork or potato masher, mash potatoes to desired consistency. Stir in cream and butter until melted and well combined. Fold in sour cream, mayonnaise, and remaining 1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt. Add onion mixture, stirring until combined. Garnish with chives, if desired.
